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KBG 858

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,649 mi
Last recorded48,649 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBG 858
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 48,649 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 48,562 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 48,427 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 48,313 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 48,107 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 48,090 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 48,052 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2009 48,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear lamp lense cracked

Pass 31 Aug 2007 47,734 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 47,708 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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KBG 858 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 53,425 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 KBG 858, 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 54 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 KBG 858 registered?

KBG 858 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 June 1972.

Is KBG 858 safe to buy?

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