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MGH 953L

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,137 mi
Last recorded20,137 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGH 953L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 20,137 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Mar 2018 15,300 miles

Nearside Front slight play In bottom trunnion

Offside Front slight play in top trunnion

some patch repairs unclear

unable to see some brake pipes , covered in underseal

Fail 26 Mar 2018 15,291 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired in boot (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front slight play In bottom trunnion

Offside Front slight play in top trunnion

some patch repairs unclear

unable to see some brake pipes , covered in underseal

Pass 16 Sep 2016 14,040 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 14,037 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 13,229 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 12,022 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 10,590 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 7,944 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 6,432 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 6,354 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 6,147 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 6,084 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 4,787 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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MGH 953L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 53,425 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 MGH 953L, 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 54 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 MGH 953L registered?

MGH 953L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 24 November 1972.

Is MGH 953L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGH 953L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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