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LFG 787W

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

97,629 mi
Last recorded97,629 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2006
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFG 787W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2006 97,629 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

slight binding of rear brakes

vehicle is corrroding heavily all over

Fail 19 Jul 2006 97,629 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

slight binding of rear brakes

vehicle is corroding heavily all over

Fail 10 Jul 2006 97,629 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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LFG 787W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,976 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 LFG 787W, 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 46 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 LFG 787W registered?

LFG 787W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is LFG 787W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFG 787W shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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