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KLV 28P

1975 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,856 mi
Last recorded4,856 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2008
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz 28065,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLV 28P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1975
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2008 4,856 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

corrosion building up under body

Fail 10 Oct 2008 4,856 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

corrosion building up under body

Pass 5 Oct 2007 2,117 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 2,115 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Centre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2006 475 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 449 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.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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KLV 28P is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 65,966 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KLV 28P, 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 51 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KLV 28P?

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What year was KLV 28P registered?

KLV 28P is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1975.

Is KLV 28P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLV 28P shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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