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WGK 166W

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,149 mi
Last recorded97,149 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2010
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGK 166W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2010 97,149 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 94,791 miles

front no plate cracked

Fail 30 Nov 2007 91,347 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 91,347 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 88,844 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 85,337 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 85,337 miles

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

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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WGK 166W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,976 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 WGK 166W, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WGK 166W registered?

WGK 166W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 28 November 1980.

Is WGK 166W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGK 166W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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