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XYC 962M

1973 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,543 mi
Last recorded99,543 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 28048,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYC 962M
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 99,543 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 98,820 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 98,774 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 98,770 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 98,751 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 98,745 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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XYC 962M is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 48,922 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 XYC 962M, 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 53 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 XYC 962M registered?

XYC 962M is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 10 August 1973.

Is XYC 962M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYC 962M 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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