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TUW 887S

1977 Mercedes-benz 280

Brown Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,260 mi
Last recorded39,260 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz 28093,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUW 887S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2016 39,260 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 32,478 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 28,371 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Sep 2011 26,069 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 26,061 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 24,989 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 24,969 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 24,786 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 24,766 miles

Emits slight blue smoke at idle

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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TUW 887S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 280 in Brown with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 93,758 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 TUW 887S, 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 49 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 TUW 887S?

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What year was TUW 887S registered?

TUW 887S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 2 November 1977.

Is TUW 887S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUW 887S shows 9 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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