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YJ54 TFP

2004 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

234,651 mi
Last recorded234,651 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 28071,722 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 TFP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 234,651 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 143,157 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 143,155 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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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YJ54 TFP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 71,722 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 YJ54 TFP, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YJ54 TFP registered?

YJ54 TFP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 19 April 2004.

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The MOT history for YJ54 TFP shows 3 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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