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P59 OAK

1997 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,714 mi
Last recorded98,714 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 28092,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP59 OAK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2010 98,714 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 98,706 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 89,848 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 88,152 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 81,806 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 75,019 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 66,287 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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P59 OAK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 92,578 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 P59 OAK, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P59 OAK registered?

P59 OAK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is P59 OAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P59 OAK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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