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LS57 VGG

2007 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

156,687 mi
Last recorded156,687 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz 28081,094 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 VGG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 156,687 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 147,264 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 147,264 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 138,516 miles

Front steering column switches slightly loose

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2022 138,516 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front steering column switches slightly loose

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 134,789 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 131,108 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 126,411 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front tyer outher low on edge

Pass 8 Mar 2018 122,379 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 118,564 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 113,814 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 46,924 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 101,903 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 91,247 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 79,988 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 60,487 miles

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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LS57 VGG is a 2007 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 81,094 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 LS57 VGG, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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LS57 VGG is a 2007 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 November 2007.

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