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YKN 767S

1978 Mercedes-benz 280

Brown Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

199,207 mi
Last recorded199,207 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 28095,420 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKN 767S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 199,207 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

Fail 16 Jun 2026 199,207 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

Pass 20 Jun 2025 199,199 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 199,186 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in genaral (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 199,137 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion all all chassis and under body but structural rigidity not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 199,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 198,985 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 198,910 miles

slight crodded near side rear inner seal

Pass 17 Apr 2019 198,871 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 198,594 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre cracking on side wall

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Mar 2017 198,466 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 198,231 miles

MANY Welded repairs throughout.

Pass 10 Dec 2014 198,178 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 197,981 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 197,970 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front bumper insecure

Pass 7 Nov 2012 197,840 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 197,624 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 197,468 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 197,189 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 196,842 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 196,281 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 196,281 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 194,535 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 193,660 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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YKN 767S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 in Brown with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YKN 767S, 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 YKN 767S registered?

YKN 767S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 April 1978.

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