MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,098 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak
indicator stalk worn?
nearside front inner floor area/ arch corroded and weak
offside rear wheel slight binding
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Oil leak
indicator stalk worn?
nearside front inner floor area/ arch corroded and weak
offside rear wheel slight binding
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?
Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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THW 249M is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 53,198 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 THW 249M, 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 52 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of THW 249M?
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What year was THW 249M registered?
THW 249M is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 18 June 1974.
Is THW 249M safe to buy?
The MOT history for THW 249M shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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