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P662 YFG

1997 Mercedes-benz 280

Purple Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,240 mi
Last recorded120,240 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2007
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 28092,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP662 YFG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2007 120,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2007 120,239 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake light has one led not working

Pass 10 Feb 2006 108,662 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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P662 YFG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 280 in Purple with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P662 YFG, 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 P662 YFG registered?

P662 YFG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P662 YFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P662 YFG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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