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UUW 969S

1977 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,882 mi
Last recorded126,882 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz 28093,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUW 969S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 126,882 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 125,518 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Inner arch rusty.

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Jul 2016 125,517 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Inner arch rusty.

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Mar 2014 125,498 miles

fluctuation o/s/f brake

fuel filter hoses cracking

fuel filter pipes rusty

Fail 19 Mar 2014 125,498 miles

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

fluctuation o/s/f brake

fuel filter hoses cracking

fuel filter pipes rusty

Pass 21 Sep 2012 125,426 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

battery security clamp loose

both rear brake hoses have light twisting

meatl fuel pipes have slight surface corrosion

oil leak from engine and steering area

Pass 6 May 2011 125,372 miles

front wipers poor

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 13 Apr 2010 125,100 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

all 4 wheels a little tight to turn by hand

Pass 7 Apr 2009 125,065 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 124,958 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 124,958 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 124,720 miles

Nearside Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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UUW 969S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UUW 969S, 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

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What year was UUW 969S registered?

UUW 969S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 25 November 1977.

Is UUW 969S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUW 969S shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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