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MBZ 113

1971 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,117 mi
Last recorded46,117 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 28045,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 113
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 46,117 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 46,038 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 45,666 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 45,402 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 45,038 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 44,830 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 44,599 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 44,075 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 44,024 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 43,953 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension rear (2.4.A.3)

all brake pipes greased

Pass 5 May 2015 42,623 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 149,430 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 41,134 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 41,042 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

nearside front tyre has a cut on inside wall but cords not exposed

Pass 17 Sep 2009 41,000 miles

brake fluid contaminated

Pass 23 Oct 2008 40,919 miles

near side rear inner wing corroding

Pass 18 Oct 2007 40,840 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 40,772 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 40,772 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2005 40,701 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 40,701 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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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MBZ 113 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 45,531 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 MBZ 113, 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 55 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 MBZ 113 registered?

MBZ 113 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is MBZ 113 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 113 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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