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CPL 201H

1969 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,338 mi
Last recorded98,338 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1969 Mercedes-benz 28048,833 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPL 201H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1969
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 98,338 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 98,206 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 98,041 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 95,847 miles

Advance4d surface corrosion ns inner sill

Pass 6 Oct 2006 91,808 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 91,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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CPL 201H is a 1969 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 CPL 201H, 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

How do I check the history of CPL 201H?

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What year was CPL 201H registered?

CPL 201H is a 1969 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 12 December 1969.

Is CPL 201H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPL 201H shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CPL 201H have outstanding finance?

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