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LRG 300P

1976 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,897 mi
Last recorded71,897 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz 28074,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRG 300P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1976
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 71,897 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 71,897 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 71,751 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 71,193 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LRG 300P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 74,505 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 LRG 300P, 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 50 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 LRG 300P?

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What year was LRG 300P registered?

LRG 300P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 May 1976.

Is LRG 300P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRG 300P shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LRG 300P have outstanding finance?

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