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BNZ 6391

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

163,647 mi
Last recorded163,647 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 6391
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 163,647 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 163,265 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 163,262 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 162,781 miles

rear exhaust rubber mountings cracking

Pass 13 Sep 2013 161,851 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 161,850 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 161,474 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED PLUS HAS SLIGHT BLOW + O/S/F SHOCK ABSORBER CORRODING + SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/R HUB + N/S/R TYRE CRACKING / SLIGHTLY WORN ON INNER EDGE....

Fail 24 Jun 2011 161,474 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EXHAUST CORRODED PLUS HAS SLIGHT BLOW + O/S/F SHOCK ABSORBER CORRODING + SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/R HUB + N/S/R TYRE CRACKING / SLIGHTLY WORN ON INNER EDGE....

Pass 25 Jun 2010 161,061 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 161,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 160,045 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 159,288 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 159,285 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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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BNZ 6391 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BNZ 6391, 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 BNZ 6391 registered?

BNZ 6391 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 16 June 1982.

Is BNZ 6391 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 6391 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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