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K250 KMY

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

143,120 mi
Last recorded143,120 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2009
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK250 KMY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2009 143,120 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 134,454 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Dec 2008 134,454 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 126,626 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Outer Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Dec 2007 126,626 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Outer Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 116,353 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 111,361 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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K250 KMY is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 K250 KMY, 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 K250 KMY registered?

K250 KMY is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 15 March 1993.

Is K250 KMY safe to buy?

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