MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
99,543 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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