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BNW 320X

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2016
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

134,936 mi
Last recorded134,936 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2015
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNW 320X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2015 134,936 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 134,925 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users N/S and O/S/R Bumber corners (6.1.B.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working N/S and O/S (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 May 2006 133,796 miles

n/s sill starting to corrode

Fail 24 Apr 2006 133,791 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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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BNW 320X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BNW 320X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BNW 320X registered?

BNW 320X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is BNW 320X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNW 320X shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNW 320X have outstanding finance?

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