MOT Status
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82,520 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
offside handbrake efficiency low
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Advanced corrosion to offside and nearside rear lower inner wheel arch/inner sill area
Advanced corrosion to offside front chassis side wall
Centre and rear exhaust rubbers badly perished
Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Steering damper damp
rear exhaust corroded
Rear exhaust in poor condition
Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Rear exhaust in poor condition
Front brake imbalance 20%
Offside front chassis leg corroding
Rear brake pads appear low
Rear exhaust silencer in poor condition
all rubber exhaust mounts perishing
oil leak
Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
all exhaust rubber mounts perishing
engine oil leak
front brake imbalance 20 %
offside front chassis leg corroding
rear brake pads appear low
rear exhaust silencer in poor condition
slight play in front subframe mounting bushes
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?
Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MBZ 1205 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 MBZ 1205, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of MBZ 1205?
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What year was MBZ 1205 registered?
MBZ 1205 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1980.
Is MBZ 1205 safe to buy?
The MOT history for MBZ 1205 shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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