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S314 YNO

1996 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,744 mi
Last recorded99,744 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 280117,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS314 YNO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 99,744 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 94,062 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 85,968 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2012 83,995 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 80,262 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 75,410 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 72,882 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 61,897 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 21 Feb 2008 61,897 miles

Nearside Front Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 65,131 miles

Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

advice both rear tyres wearing close to legal limits

Fail 21 Feb 2007 65,125 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 25 Feb 2006 59,432 miles

advice parking brake will need adjustment for travel at next service

oil leak

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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S314 YNO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 117,067 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 S314 YNO, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S314 YNO registered?

S314 YNO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is S314 YNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S314 YNO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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