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CBY 193G

1969 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,418 mi
Last recorded71,418 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 1969 Mercedes-benz 28048,833 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBY 193G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1969
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 71,418 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 71,416 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 71,371 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 70,939 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 70,222 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 70,222 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings by suspension mount (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 69,602 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 68,738 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 68,092 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 66,542 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 66,542 miles

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 May 2012 65,728 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 65,728 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 65,164 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 64,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 64,512 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 63,456 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 62,419 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 62,419 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 60,025 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 60,025 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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CBY 193G is a 1969 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1969 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,833 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 CBY 193G, 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 57 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CBY 193G registered?

CBY 193G is a 1969 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 February 1969.

Is CBY 193G safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBY 193G shows 21 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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