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SRT 540F

1968 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,248 mi
Last recorded7,248 miles
Recorded on27 May 2009
Typical for 1968 Mercedes-benz 28050,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRT 540F
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1968
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2009 7,248 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2009 7,248 miles

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

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

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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SRT 540F is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 50,662 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SRT 540F, 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 58 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SRT 540F registered?

SRT 540F is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 7 March 1968.

Is SRT 540F safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRT 540F shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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