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OBU 162P

1975 Mercedes-benz 280

Brown Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,738 mi
Last recorded57,738 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz 28065,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBU 162P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1975
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 May 2024 57,738 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2016 57,508 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 57,409 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 56,891 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 56,487 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 55,941 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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OBU 162P is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280 in Brown with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 65,966 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 OBU 162P, 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 51 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 OBU 162P registered?

OBU 162P is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1975.

Is OBU 162P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBU 162P shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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