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ERH 512Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

13,788 mi
Last recorded13,788 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERH 512Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 13,788 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 13,788 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both side (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 13,309 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 11,055 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

front subframe mounts deteriorated

Pass 9 Dec 2020 7,790 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 6,126 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 3,888 miles

Front Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer sill panel corroded but not within a prescribed area

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill & wheel house within 30cm of subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer sill panel corroded but not within a prescribed area

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded near steering box (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Rear fuel pipe corroded near pump

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers obscuring some components

Fail 17 Dec 2018 3,883 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill & wheel house within 30cm of subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly does not illuminate (1.1.10 (g))

Front Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer sill panel corroded but not within a prescribed area

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill & wheel house within 30cm of subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer sill panel corroded but not within a prescribed area

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded near steering box (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Rear fuel pipe corroded near pump

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers obscuring some components

Pass 11 Dec 2017 1,731 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 563 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 543 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 533 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 486 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 476 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play in steering linkages

Pass 12 Jan 2011 457 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 249 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 86 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 100,804 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 100,804 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 99,967 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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ERH 512Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 ERH 512Y, 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 ERH 512Y registered?

ERH 512Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 October 1982.

Is ERH 512Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERH 512Y shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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