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K215 AKX

1992 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

209,215 mi
Last recorded209,215 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 280129,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK215 AKX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 209,215 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 208,346 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 206,327 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 206,728 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 191,339 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced front lens insecure (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear diff oil leak

Fail 25 Oct 2017 191,358 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced front lens insecure (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear diff oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2016 185,427 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing close to the 2mm wear bars

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Oct 2016 185,427 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing close to the 2mm wear bars

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 184,854 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 183,109 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Nov 2014 183,109 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.2.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 181,011 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 175,233 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 169,712 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 163,682 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 157,772 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 157,772 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 150,247 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 144,368 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside and nearside head lamp lens chipped

Pass 13 Nov 2006 136,239 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?

Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
741
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
5,905
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,691
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,358
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,312
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,266
Headlamp aim too low 1,161
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K215 AKX is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 129,793 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 280 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,691 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K215 AKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 280 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K215 AKX registered?

K215 AKX is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 December 1992.

Is K215 AKX safe to buy?

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