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BYJ 569Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,476 mi
Last recorded148,476 miles
Recorded on3 May 2007
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYJ 569Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2007 148,476 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 144,821 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 144,821 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

handbrake travel near limit

slight play in steering box

slight play in steering idler

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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BYJ 569Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 BYJ 569Y, 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 BYJ 569Y registered?

BYJ 569Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 December 1982.

Is BYJ 569Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYJ 569Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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