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S391 JLY

1996 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

139,102 mi
Last recorded139,102 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 280117,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS391 JLY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 139,102 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

front wipers split but still cleaning

oil leak

undertray fitted

Fail 3 Sep 2015 139,102 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front wipers split but still cleaning

oil leak

undertray fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2014 136,904 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2013 132,807 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2012 129,221 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jan 2011 126,813 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

slight play in steering idler arm bushes

Pass 13 Jan 2010 125,602 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 125,073 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 123,312 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 115,194 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2005 113,707 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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S391 JLY is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S391 JLY, 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 S391 JLY registered?

S391 JLY is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is S391 JLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S391 JLY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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