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2 BYC

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

48,408 mi
Last recorded48,408 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 BYC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 48,408 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 47,968 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 47,706 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 47,680 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2020 47,673 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 47,611 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 47,305 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 46,879 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 46,879 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 46,252 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold to down pipe slight blow . (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 45,902 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

off side rear tyre slightly perished on outer side wall.

Pass 10 Jun 2014 44,861 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 43,729 miles

n/s/ rear brake slightly sticking on.

Pass 16 May 2012 42,965 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 41,739 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 40,844 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 37,301 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all four tyres cracking through age but no cords or ply showing

Pass 10 May 2008 37,055 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 35,013 miles

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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2 BYC is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 99,840 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 2 BYC, 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 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 2 BYC registered?

2 BYC is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 October 1982.

Is 2 BYC safe to buy?

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