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MAZ 6898

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,089 mi
Last recorded120,089 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAZ 6898
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 120,089 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 119,852 miles

rear fuel hoses from pump perished and deteriorating

Pass 5 Mar 2018 119,528 miles

rear fuel hose perishing

Pass 9 Mar 2017 119,351 miles

nearside rear brake hose perishing

rear fuel hose perishing

Pass 2 Mar 2016 118,995 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 118,995 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 118,614 miles

both rear coil springs starting to corrode

nearside front brake pipe starting to corrode

offside rear brake pipe starting to corrode

Pass 27 Mar 2014 118,155 miles

Corrosion to Nearside front of chassis

Corrosion to offside front of chassis

Pass 28 Mar 2013 117,672 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 117,194 miles

Chassis number plate condition

corrosion forming to nearside and offside inner wheel arch prescribed areas

Pass 4 Mar 2011 116,807 miles

Engine oil leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2011 116,807 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Engine oil leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 115,926 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 115,881 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 115,397 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 2 Mar 2009 115,335 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 114,653 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES CRACKING ON OUTER SIDE WALLS

Pass 13 Mar 2007 113,677 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 112,701 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 112,701 miles

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

ALL FOUR TYRES ARE CRACKING ON OUTER WALLS

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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MAZ 6898 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 MAZ 6898, 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 MAZ 6898 registered?

MAZ 6898 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1980.

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