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ABY 100G

1968 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,928 mi
Last recorded61,928 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1968 Mercedes-benz 28050,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABY 100G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1968
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 61,928 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 61,927 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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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ABY 100G is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 50,662 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ABY 100G, 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 58 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 ABY 100G registered?

ABY 100G is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1968.

Is ABY 100G safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABY 100G shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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