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VLH 776G

1968 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,513 mi
Last recorded27,513 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1968 Mercedes-benz 28050,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLH 776G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 27,513 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

parking brake lever requires adjustment

Pass 16 May 2024 21,920 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 21,848 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 21,848 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 21,846 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 21,846 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 21,824 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 21,824 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2013 21,809 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2011 21,807 miles

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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VLH 776G is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VLH 776G, 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

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What year was VLH 776G registered?

VLH 776G is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 November 1968.

Is VLH 776G safe to buy?

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