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KYP 914P

1975 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,641 mi
Last recorded87,641 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz 28065,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYP 914P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2017 87,641 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2016 85,024 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 79,571 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 77,786 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 77,784 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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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KYP 914P is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 KYP 914P, 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 KYP 914P?

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What year was KYP 914P registered?

KYP 914P is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 6 November 1975.

Is KYP 914P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYP 914P shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KYP 914P have outstanding finance?

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