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KPX 510P

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

60,600 mi
Last recorded60,600 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2007
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPX 510P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2007 60,600 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 86,213 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 85,999 miles

near side and off side chassis has extinsive welded repairs both iner seal to floor areas heavly ccorred

Pass 11 Oct 2005 85,806 miles

Offside Front Upper Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 30 Sep 2005 85,796 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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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KPX 510P is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 KPX 510P, 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

How do I check the history of KPX 510P?

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What year was KPX 510P registered?

KPX 510P is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is KPX 510P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPX 510P shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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