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WPJ 68G

1968 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,770 mi
Last recorded30,770 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 1968 Mercedes-benz 28050,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPJ 68G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1968
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 30,770 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 30,396 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 35,543 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 28,039 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 27,954 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 27,954 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 27,291 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 26,053 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 26,053 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2014 26,053 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

idle speed slightly high

Pass 28 Aug 2007 26,048 miles

Battery insecure

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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WPJ 68G is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WPJ 68G, 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

How do I check the history of WPJ 68G?

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What year was WPJ 68G registered?

WPJ 68G is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 3 October 1968.

Is WPJ 68G safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPJ 68G shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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