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WVO 658G

2008 Mercedes-benz 280

Cream Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,986 mi
Last recorded1,986 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz 28068,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVO 658G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2008
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2020 1,986 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 1,977 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 1,848 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 1,759 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 1,365 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 1,281 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 1,059 miles

general oil leaks

slight play both front suspension king pins

Pass 17 Aug 2010 889 miles

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 640 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play in all wheel bearings

tyres worn on edges osf and nsf

Pass 10 Sep 2008 99,983 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in off side front steering arm

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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WVO 658G is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 280 in Cream with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 68,119 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 WVO 658G, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WVO 658G registered?

WVO 658G is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 10 September 2008.

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