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MCY 443J

1971 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,310 mi
Last recorded74,310 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 28045,531 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCY 443J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 74,310 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 74,025 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2017 74,025 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 73,265 miles

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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MCY 443J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 MCY 443J, 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

How do I check the history of MCY 443J?

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What year was MCY 443J registered?

MCY 443J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is MCY 443J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCY 443J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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