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NBZ 8772

1996 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

195,318 mi
Last recorded195,318 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2011
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 280117,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBZ 8772
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2011 195,318 miles

Plastic covers fitted to sills,not allowing full inspection of that area

Fail 29 Dec 2010 195,293 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Plastic covers fitted to sills,not allowing full inspection of that area

Pass 26 Nov 2009 187,957 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 26 Nov 2009 187,955 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Battery insecure

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 181,394 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Dec 2008 181,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 172,826 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 162,436 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 152,303 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2005 152,303 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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NBZ 8772 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 117,067 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 NBZ 8772, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NBZ 8772 registered?

NBZ 8772 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is NBZ 8772 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBZ 8772 shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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