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K327 APC

1992 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,504 mi
Last recorded115,504 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 280129,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK327 APC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 115,504 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

centre exhaust rubber spliting

Fail 28 May 2019 115,503 miles

Central Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arm front mounting 2 x holes (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arm front mounting 2 x holes (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired lower arm rear mounting, repair plate not welded along bottom edge (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

centre exhaust rubber spliting

Pass 13 Feb 2018 109,629 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 109,629 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured arm mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured arm mount (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2016 107,261 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 102,172 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 94,562 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 87,428 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 87,391 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2010 87,249 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 86,478 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 85,802 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 84,085 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 80,935 miles

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

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

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

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

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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K327 APC is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 129,793 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 K327 APC, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K327 APC registered?

K327 APC is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 7 December 1992.

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