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DBJ 40Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,273 mi
Last recorded42,273 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBJ 40Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2013 42,273 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2012 42,628 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 42,213 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 42,194 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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DBJ 40Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DBJ 40Y, 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 DBJ 40Y registered?

DBJ 40Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is DBJ 40Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBJ 40Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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