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PWN 886R

1977 Mercedes-benz 280

Yellow Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,435 mi
Last recorded64,435 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz 28093,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWN 886R
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 64,435 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 64,113 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 64,083 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 63,633 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 63,633 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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PWN 886R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 280 in Yellow with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 93,758 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 PWN 886R, 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 49 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 PWN 886R?

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What year was PWN 886R registered?

PWN 886R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is PWN 886R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWN 886R shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PWN 886R have outstanding finance?

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