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OPM 957M

1973 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,833 mi
Last recorded66,833 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 28048,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPM 957M
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 66,833 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 65,606 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 63,695 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 61,833 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2009 45,662 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 38,563 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 29,995 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 22,390 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 15,266 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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OPM 957M is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 48,922 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 OPM 957M, 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 53 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 OPM 957M registered?

OPM 957M is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 6 December 1973.

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The MOT history for OPM 957M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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