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LUM 22

1968 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,605 mi
Last recorded67,605 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 1968 Mercedes-benz 28050,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUM 22
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 67,605 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 67,573 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 67,255 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 67,054 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 66,730 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 66,433 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 66,132 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Oct 2014 66,130 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2013 64,964 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 64,964 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Sep 2012 63,656 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 63,656 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 60,853 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 60,226 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009
Pass 4 Jun 2008 58,994 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 58,706 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 May 2006 58,066 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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LUM 22 is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 50,662 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 LUM 22, 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 58 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LUM 22 registered?

LUM 22 is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 13 February 1968.

Is LUM 22 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUM 22 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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