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T878 UHH

1998 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,450 mi
Last recorded84,450 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2009
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 28091,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT878 UHH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2009 84,450 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 82,208 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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T878 UHH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T878 UHH, 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.

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What year was T878 UHH registered?

T878 UHH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is T878 UHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for T878 UHH shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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