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ME 5

1976 Mercedes-benz 280

Brown Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

71,072 mi
Last recorded71,072 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz 28074,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationME 5
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1976
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2015 71,072 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 71,054 miles

corrosion on offside rear outer door sill!

Pass 18 Jun 2013 71,008 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 70,878 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 70,878 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 70,724 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 70,038 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 70,014 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 70,014 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 69,917 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 69,917 miles

Inner Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 69,908 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 69,686 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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ME 5 is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 280 in Brown with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 74,505 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 ME 5, 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 50 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 ME 5?

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What year was ME 5 registered?

ME 5 is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 9 January 1976.

Is ME 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ME 5 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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