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S390 BWC

1997 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,863 mi
Last recorded109,863 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 28092,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS390 BWC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 109,863 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 109,863 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Dec 2015 103,260 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 94,982 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2013 87,971 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 85,899 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 82,620 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 82,620 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 80,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 75,741 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 71,757 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 67,745 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 63,525 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 58,640 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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S390 BWC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 92,578 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 S390 BWC, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S390 BWC registered?

S390 BWC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S390 BWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S390 BWC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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