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LDW 113H

1969 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,452 mi
Last recorded26,452 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1969 Mercedes-benz 28048,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDW 113H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1969
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 26,452 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 26,445 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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LDW 113H is a 1969 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1969 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,833 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 LDW 113H, 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 57 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 LDW 113H?

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What year was LDW 113H registered?

LDW 113H is a 1969 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1969.

Is LDW 113H safe to buy?

The MOT history for LDW 113H shows 2 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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