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WGC 379F

1968 Mercedes-benz 280

Cream Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,116 mi
Last recorded48,116 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 1968 Mercedes-benz 28050,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGC 379F
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1968
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 May 2015 48,116 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

all tyres perished

Pass 12 Jun 2012 47,708 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 47,413 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 47,139 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 46,661 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 46,365 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 379F is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 in Cream with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 WGC 379F, 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 WGC 379F registered?

WGC 379F is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1968.

Is WGC 379F safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGC 379F shows 6 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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