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S937 KLX

1998 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,985 mi
Last recorded52,985 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 28091,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS937 KLX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 52,985 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 52,744 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 52,739 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 51,868 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 51,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Oct 2010 47,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

nearside front indicator has hole

Pass 8 Oct 2010 47,471 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

nearside front indicator has hole

Pass 17 Oct 2009 42,671 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 39,012 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 37,514 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2007 37,468 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 35,414 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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S937 KLX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 91,390 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 S937 KLX, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S937 KLX registered?

S937 KLX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S937 KLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S937 KLX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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