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P284 BPK

1996 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,721 mi
Last recorded67,721 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2007
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 280117,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP284 BPK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2007 67,721 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 67,711 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 58,233 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 54,337 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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P284 BPK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P284 BPK, 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.

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What year was P284 BPK registered?

P284 BPK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 10 October 1996.

Is P284 BPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P284 BPK 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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