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EBZ 7177

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

102,093 mi
Last recorded102,093 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2006
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBZ 7177
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Mar 2006 102,093 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir damaged and function impaired (3.6.A.2c)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all 4 tyres perished

drivers seat belt slightly frayed

rear discs slightly corroded and pitted slightly

slight dampness around fuel cap seal

surface corrosion both rear inner arches, both chassis, rear cross member and both ineer and outer sills

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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EBZ 7177 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 EBZ 7177, 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 EBZ 7177 registered?

EBZ 7177 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 7 January 1982.

Is EBZ 7177 safe to buy?

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