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UMD 334

1968 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,437 mi
Last recorded25,437 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 1968 Mercedes-benz 28050,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMD 334
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1968
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 25,437 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 25,437 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 26 May 2017 25,208 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 25,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 24,844 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

headlight aims on lower level

Pass 20 Jul 2011 24,774 miles

Oil leak

Slight play in the front wheels.

Slight play in the o/s rear wheel.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2010 24,152 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 23,296 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 23,296 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 23,264 miles

Slight play in the o/s front wheel.

Pass 2 Nov 2006 22,990 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 22,988 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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
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UMD 334 is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 50,662 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 UMD 334, 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 58 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 UMD 334?

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What year was UMD 334 registered?

UMD 334 is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 12 March 1968.

Is UMD 334 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMD 334 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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