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SYO 489S

1978 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,352 mi
Last recorded86,352 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2014
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 28095,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYO 489S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2014 86,352 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 160,665 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 158,036 miles

suspension noise to offside front

Pass 26 Nov 2008 157,698 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 157,698 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 157,205 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 157,182 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2006 156,808 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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SYO 489S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 95,420 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 SYO 489S, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SYO 489S?

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What year was SYO 489S registered?

SYO 489S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 19 April 1978.

Is SYO 489S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYO 489S shows 8 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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