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MAA 653N

1975 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,347 mi
Last recorded14,347 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2006
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz 28065,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAA 653N
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2006 14,347 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 14,347 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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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MAA 653N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 65,966 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 MAA 653N, 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 51 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 MAA 653N registered?

MAA 653N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 July 1975.

Is MAA 653N safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAA 653N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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