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PGP 432L

1973 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,764 mi
Last recorded47,764 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 28048,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGP 432L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 47,764 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undersealed

Pass 6 Jun 2017 43,822 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 41,724 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak engine bay ()

Fail 8 Jun 2016 41,724 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak engine bay ()

Pass 4 Jun 2015 38,273 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 38,273 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 May 2014 35,984 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 34,643 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 33,511 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 33,374 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 33,341 miles

Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 33,240 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 32,581 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 32,581 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

feul lines corroded

front and rear pads low

metal brake pipes corroded slightly

oil leaks

slight movement steering system

slight play both front wheel bearings and near side rear

suspension bushes perished

Pass 4 Mar 2006 28,349 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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PGP 432L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PGP 432L, 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

How do I check the history of PGP 432L?

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What year was PGP 432L registered?

PGP 432L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 6 April 1973.

Is PGP 432L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGP 432L shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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