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AMJ 491F

2017 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

34,720 mi
Last recorded34,720 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMJ 491F
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Oct 2020 34,720 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

unable to see brake pads

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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AMJ 491F is a 2017 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 AMJ 491F, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AMJ 491F registered?

AMJ 491F is a 2017 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 July 2017.

Is AMJ 491F safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMJ 491F shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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