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K912 TFW

1992 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

157,418 mi
Last recorded157,418 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 280129,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK912 TFW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 157,418 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mount corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mount heavily corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both brakes slightly binding. (1.2.1 (f))

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed.

Various underside corrosion.

Pass 26 Nov 2022 157,332 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 1 Oct 2021 175,111 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 156,825 miles

Underbody of vechicle heavily undersealed

Pass 5 Jul 2019 155,324 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 153,796 miles

brake pipes heavily greased

fuel pipes heavily greased

Pass 13 Jul 2017 151,864 miles

All brake pipes/fuel lines heavily undersield

Oil leak ()

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2016 150,101 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 150,096 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm insecure inner bolt (2.4.G.1)

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 147,842 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

brake pipes covered in grease

fuel cap sealing ring cracking

Pass 10 Jul 2014 146,067 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 146,063 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

wiper blade loose but not insecure

Pass 16 Jul 2013 143,351 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 143,351 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 140,349 miles

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

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

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 11 Jul 2011 136,805 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 136,805 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 132,707 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 129,793 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 126,665 miles

exhaust centre silencer clamp cracked but still secure

foglamp switch tight in operation

Pass 11 Jul 2007 122,780 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 118,386 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 118,347 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Battery insecure

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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K912 TFW is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 K912 TFW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K912 TFW registered?

K912 TFW is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 November 1992.

Is K912 TFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K912 TFW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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