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6152 UI

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

30,299 mi
Last recorded30,299 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6152 UI
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 30,299 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 29,898 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 26,896 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front both side Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 25,475 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 24,740 miles

Nearside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 May 2017 23,422 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 22,865 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 20,880 miles

corrosion under floor both siad

Fail 4 Jun 2011 120,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 120,040 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 19,604 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 19,095 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 14,568 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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6152 UI is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 6152 UI, 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 6152 UI registered?

6152 UI is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 October 1982.

Is 6152 UI safe to buy?

The MOT history for 6152 UI shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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