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K578 BWO

1971 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,937 mi
Last recorded29,937 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2007
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 28045,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK578 BWO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2007 29,937 miles

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 27,821 miles

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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K578 BWO is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 45,531 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 K578 BWO, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K578 BWO registered?

K578 BWO is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is K578 BWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K578 BWO shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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