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DMJ 219X

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

126,334 mi
Last recorded126,334 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2009
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMJ 219X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2009 126,334 miles

all brake discs slightly corroded

front bumper mounts corroded

slight corrosion in vehicle

Fail 5 Feb 2009 126,334 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all brake discs slightly corroded

front bumper mounts corroded

slight corrosion in vehicle

Pass 14 May 2008 126,196 miles

slight corrosion in o/s rear of car

Fail 9 May 2008 126,192 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

slight corrosion in o/s rear of car

Pass 4 May 2007 124,250 miles

corrosion in bulk head

o/s and n/s/f front bumper mounts corroded

Fail 2 May 2007 124,245 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

corrosion in bulk head

o/s and n/s frontbumper mounts corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2005 122,151 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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DMJ 219X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DMJ 219X, 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.

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What year was DMJ 219X registered?

DMJ 219X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 May 1982.

Is DMJ 219X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMJ 219X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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