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RGD 434W

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,093 mi
Last recorded70,093 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2011
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGD 434W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2011 70,093 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 69,881 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 69,468 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 68,917 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 68,356 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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RGD 434W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,976 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 RGD 434W, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RGD 434W registered?

RGD 434W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is RGD 434W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGD 434W shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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