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NCT 86Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,334 mi
Last recorded141,334 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2008
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCT 86Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2008 141,334 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 140,077 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 140,061 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

advisewnearside front and offside front outer sills holled

Pass 16 Jan 2006 138,824 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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NCT 86Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 99,840 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 NCT 86Y, 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 44 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 NCT 86Y registered?

NCT 86Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 24 September 1982.

Is NCT 86Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCT 86Y 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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