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XPC 322N

1974 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2013
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

3,333 mi
Last recorded3,333 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2012
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz 28053,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPC 322N
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2012 3,333 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 3,333 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 11 Aug 2010 3,322 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 2,323 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2005 2,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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XPC 322N is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 53,198 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 XPC 322N, 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 52 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 XPC 322N?

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What year was XPC 322N registered?

XPC 322N is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 15 August 1974.

Is XPC 322N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPC 322N shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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