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SVR 234H

2013 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,819 mi
Last recorded36,819 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz 28028,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVR 234H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 36,819 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 36,813 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 36,802 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 36,300 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 35,837 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2013 35,837 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s/f jacking area coroded

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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SVR 234H is a 2013 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 28,776 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 SVR 234H, 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 13 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 SVR 234H registered?

SVR 234H is a 2013 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 May 2013.

Is SVR 234H safe to buy?

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