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SYA 810R

1976 Mercedes-benz 280

Yellow Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

108,402 mi
Last recorded108,402 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz 28074,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYA 810R
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 108,402 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 107,537 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 105,866 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Jul 2016 105,866 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 103,050 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 103,008 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 102,415 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 102,038 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 101,821 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 101,790 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 98,667 miles

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

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

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

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

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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SYA 810R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 280 in Yellow with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 74,505 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 SYA 810R, 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 50 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 SYA 810R registered?

SYA 810R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 13 September 1976.

Is SYA 810R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYA 810R 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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