MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
161,600 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
fuel pipe next to fuel pump is damp and is smelling of fuel indicating a leak but not a visible leak
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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ZV31440 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,976 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 ZV31440, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was ZV31440 registered?
ZV31440 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 18 September 1980.
Is ZV31440 safe to buy?
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