MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
199,431 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?
Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.
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LKY 238W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 LKY 238W, 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.
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What year was LKY 238W registered?
LKY 238W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 November 1980.
Is LKY 238W safe to buy?
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