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WGC 241F

1990 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,463 mi
Last recorded65,463 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 28042,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGC 241F
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022 65,463 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 64,837 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 64,068 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 63,328 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 62,966 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 82,919 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 62,528 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 62,208 miles

stored car.

Pass 19 Mar 2008 62,199 miles

stored car

Pass 2 Mar 2007 62,067 miles

Stored car

Fail 26 Feb 2007 62,056 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Exhaust support rings starting too split.

Fuel cap seal starting too perish.

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Feb 2006 61,412 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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WGC 241F is a 1990 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 91.7%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 42,460 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 WGC 241F, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WGC 241F registered?

WGC 241F is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 18 May 1990.

Is WGC 241F safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGC 241F shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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