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K235 CTH

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,385 mi
Last recorded76,385 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2014
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK235 CTH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2014 76,385 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Coolant leak

Offside rear tyre under-inflated

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 74,921 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 73,833 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 72,127 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 72,096 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2010 70,561 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2009 68,804 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2008 67,154 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 64,443 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 61,927 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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K235 CTH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K235 CTH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K235 CTH registered?

K235 CTH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 23 February 1993.

Is K235 CTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K235 CTH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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