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WOW 639T

1978 Mercedes-benz 280

Yellow Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,480 mi
Last recorded97,480 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 28095,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOW 639T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 97,480 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak ()

vehicle has had repair work carried out under side & undersealed

Fail 11 Aug 2016 97,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak ()

vehicle has had repair work carried out under side & undersealed

Pass 13 Aug 2015 97,446 miles

corrosion forming on inner sill panels and inner arches

slight play in steering system

Pass 17 Nov 2010 97,375 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 96,578 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 96,578 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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WOW 639T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 in Yellow with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 95,420 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WOW 639T, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WOW 639T?

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What year was WOW 639T registered?

WOW 639T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 19 October 1978.

Is WOW 639T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOW 639T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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