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YND 944L

1973 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,498 mi
Last recorded25,498 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 28048,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYND 944L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2019 25,498 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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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YND 944L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YND 944L, 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

How do I check the history of YND 944L?

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What year was YND 944L registered?

YND 944L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 September 1973.

Is YND 944L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YND 944L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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