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CPE 47Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,561 mi
Last recorded69,561 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPE 47Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 69,561 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 69,557 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 66,423 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2010 64,770 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 64,216 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 63,263 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 62,631 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 62,211 miles

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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CPE 47Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CPE 47Y, 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 CPE 47Y registered?

CPE 47Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 13 September 1982.

Is CPE 47Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPE 47Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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