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K49 KSP

1992 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

158,703 mi
Last recorded158,703 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 280129,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK49 KSP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 158,703 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 158,689 miles

Nearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded at abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired at top shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 157,660 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 May 2024 157,657 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 154,879 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 154,879 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 154,118 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 154,118 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 149,184 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2018 145,928 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 139,979 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 135,843 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 131,187 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 128,776 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 126,345 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 124,600 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 121,764 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 117,048 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 113,628 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 113,628 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2007 111,689 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 111,689 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 108,491 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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K49 KSP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 K49 KSP, 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 K49 KSP registered?

K49 KSP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 11 November 1992.

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