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K252 HNV

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2013
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

199,386 mi
Last recorded199,386 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2012
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK252 HNV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Nov 2012 199,386 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear All position lamps excessively damaged so they are not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear All position lamps excessively damaged so they are not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 199,386 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 194,858 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2011 194,858 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 190,059 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 183,842 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 181,341 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 175,706 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 175,706 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 170,021 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2007 170,021 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 7 Jun 2006 164,473 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 164,473 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 160,750 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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K252 HNV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 K252 HNV, 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 K252 HNV registered?

K252 HNV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 May 1993.

Is K252 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K252 HNV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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