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L581 EPJ

1994 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,859 mi
Last recorded119,859 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 28092,434 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL581 EPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 119,859 miles

Oil leak

rear silencer has corrosion

Pass 28 Aug 2012 112,591 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 103,507 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 103,121 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 94,971 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 93,202 miles

BOTH BRAKE PIPES CORRODING AT REAR

BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING LOW ON TREAD

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING IDLER

Fail 27 Jul 2009 93,190 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)

BOTH BRAKE PIPES CORRODING AT REAR

BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING LOW ON TREAD

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING IDLER

Pass 16 Nov 2007 92,348 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

LETTER FROM MERCEDES FOR EMISSIONS PROVING NO CAT FITTED TO THIS VEHICLE

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 87,657 miles

both n/s and o/s rear steel brake pipes corroded

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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L581 EPJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 92,434 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 L581 EPJ, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L581 EPJ registered?

L581 EPJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L581 EPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L581 EPJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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