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K217 AKX

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

123,427 mi
Last recorded123,427 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2007
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK217 AKX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2007 123,427 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 123,403 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 120,920 miles

Brake pipes corroding at rear of vehicle

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front service brake veers right

Nearside rear tyre worn on to the legal limit

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

Parking brake pedal low (has reduced reserve travel)

Fail 9 Aug 2006 120,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pipes corroding at rear of vehicle

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front service brake veers right

Nearside rear tyre worn on to the legal limit

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

Parking brake pedal low (has reduced reserve travel)

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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K217 AKX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 130,674 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K217 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K217 AKX registered?

K217 AKX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1993.

Is K217 AKX safe to buy?

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