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K720 RLA

1992 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,152 mi
Last recorded16,152 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 280129,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK720 RLA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 16,152 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 161,530 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 159,360 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 156,273 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 152,149 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 146,970 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 146,970 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 141,440 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2013 141,440 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 136,499 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 132,058 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 125,986 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 104,358 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 100,865 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 95,706 miles

Tyre treads low

Pass 16 Dec 2005 89,319 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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K720 RLA is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 K720 RLA, 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 K720 RLA registered?

K720 RLA is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 13 November 1992.

Is K720 RLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K720 RLA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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