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KKX 455L

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,237 mi
Last recorded41,237 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2019
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKKX 455L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2019 41,237 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 40,959 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 40,923 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 40,786 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 40,692 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 40,686 miles

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)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 46,658 miles

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

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

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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KKX 455L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KKX 455L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KKX 455L registered?

KKX 455L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 2 August 1972.

Is KKX 455L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KKX 455L shows 7 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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