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KKH 408N

1974 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

118,337 mi
Last recorded118,337 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz 28053,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKKH 408N
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 118,337 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 113,855 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 112,585 miles

Nearside Front sill has corrosion

Offside Front sill has minor corrosion

Offside Rear boot floor/wheel well has minor corrosion

Pass 7 Feb 2018 112,499 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 112,484 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion boot floor/inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2016 112,484 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion boot floor/inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 112,308 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 112,307 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 112,250 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 112,242 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 112,157 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 112,135 miles

o/s/f suspension bottom ball joint boot split

Pass 5 Aug 2009 112,115 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 112,093 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 112,093 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2007 111,870 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 111,582 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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KKH 408N is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 53,198 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 KKH 408N, 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 52 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KKH 408N registered?

KKH 408N is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 October 1974.

Is KKH 408N safe to buy?

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