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KRX 293H

1990 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

37,712 mi
Last recorded37,712 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 28042,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRX 293H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 37,712 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 37,701 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 37,605 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 37,388 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 37,388 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 36,652 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 36,554 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 36,427 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 35,552 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 34,886 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 34,758 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Fail 9 Nov 2016 34,758 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2015 34,485 miles

all tyres cracked on edge of tread

Fail 21 Nov 2015 34,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

all tyres cracked on edge of tread

Pass 24 Nov 2014 32,864 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 32,864 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 31,605 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 29,592 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 26,187 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 25,620 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 25,618 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 25,172 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 24,865 miles

both front top suspension trunions slight play

corrosion in both front floors

corrosion in both rear chassis

corrosion in both rear floors

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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KRX 293H is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 42,460 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 KRX 293H, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KRX 293H registered?

KRX 293H is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is KRX 293H safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRX 293H shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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