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RYC 900

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,587 mi
Last recorded10,587 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYC 900
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 10,587 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 10,098 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 9,447 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 8,619 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 8,373 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 8,183 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 8,104 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 7,903 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 7,895 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 7,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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RYC 900 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RYC 900, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RYC 900 registered?

RYC 900 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 28 October 1980.

Is RYC 900 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYC 900 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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