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P641 CFV

1997 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

86,933 mi
Last recorded86,933 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 28092,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP641 CFV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2013 86,933 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 86,921 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2011 81,945 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 81,945 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 81,755 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 May 2007 81,316 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 81,296 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2006 78,989 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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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P641 CFV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P641 CFV, 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 P641 CFV registered?

P641 CFV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P641 CFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P641 CFV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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