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CUB 344Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

223,680 mi
Last recorded223,680 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2007
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUB 344Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2007 223,680 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 223,446 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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CUB 344Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 CUB 344Y, 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 CUB 344Y registered?

CUB 344Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is CUB 344Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUB 344Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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