CarVerify

Free Car Check

THW 249M

1974 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

55,098 mi
Last recorded55,098 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz 28053,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHW 249M
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 55,098 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 54,193 miles

Oil leak

indicator stalk worn?

nearside front inner floor area/ arch corroded and weak

offside rear wheel slight binding

Fail 27 Jun 2011 54,193 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 53,880 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 53,880 miles

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)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 52,469 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 52,469 miles

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.

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
Full Mercedes-benz 280 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of THW 249M?

You can check the full history of THW 249M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

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.

Does THW 249M have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on THW 249M. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.