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AJI 3919

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,392 mi
Last recorded143,392 miles
Recorded on27 May 2024
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJI 3919
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2024 143,392 miles

front to rear underbody/all mechanical components heavily covered in underseal

Pass 22 Sep 2020 143,244 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively on limit (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 1 Jul 2020 143,222 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Dec 2014 143,189 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 143,017 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside front foglight not working

Fail 15 Jun 2012 143,008 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

n/s/f foglight inop

Pass 6 Apr 2011 142,842 miles

corrosion to vehicle underbody and outer sills

extensive welding repairs

Pass 27 Aug 2008 142,464 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 142,458 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

corrosion to chassis o/s/front + n/s/front behind shocker

wiper blades poor

Pass 22 Aug 2007 141,335 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 141,335 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 140,056 miles

h.c. level high

slight bind on rear brakes

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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AJI 3919 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AJI 3919, 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 AJI 3919 registered?

AJI 3919 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 16 November 1982.

Is AJI 3919 safe to buy?

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