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WYF 11S

1978 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

105,697 mi
Last recorded105,697 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 28095,420 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYF 11S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 105,697 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 105,122 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 105,109 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 103,876 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 103,262 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 103,251 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Sep 2016 98,140 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 98,140 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 95,420 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Sep 2015 95,420 miles

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 88,621 miles

n/s/f cross-member corroded

Fail 16 Oct 2013 88,621 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s/f cross-member corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2012 83,913 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 83,480 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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WYF 11S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 WYF 11S, 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

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What year was WYF 11S registered?

WYF 11S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 16 June 1978.

Is WYF 11S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYF 11S shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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