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K234 XVH

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,974 mi
Last recorded126,974 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2009
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK234 XVH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2009 126,974 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 121,018 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 110,922 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 103,613 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

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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K234 XVH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 K234 XVH, 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 K234 XVH registered?

K234 XVH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 22 June 1993.

Is K234 XVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K234 XVH shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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