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DGS 570X

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Diesel 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

180,362 mi
Last recorded180,362 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2009
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGS 570X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2009 180,362 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 180,362 miles

Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 176,271 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 176,271 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 173,299 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 173,299 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 169,139 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 169,134 miles

Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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DGS 570X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 DGS 570X, 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 DGS 570X registered?

DGS 570X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is DGS 570X safe to buy?

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