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FGC 95X

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

125,189 mi
Last recorded125,189 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGC 95X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2021 125,189 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 125,284 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 125,284 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 125,189 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 125,184 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 125,184 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 125,156 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 125,156 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 125,128 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 125,105 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 125,105 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 125,044 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Oct 2012 124,694 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 123,538 miles

slight engine oil leaking all over the engine

Pass 5 Aug 2010 121,007 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 121,007 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2009 120,151 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Aug 2008 116,776 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

offside and nearside front sidewalls damaged

Pass 20 Aug 2008 116,776 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside and nearside front sidewalls damaged

Pass 15 Aug 2007 114,839 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

offside and nearside front tyres sidewalls cracking should be replaced

Pass 18 Aug 2006 113,049 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 113,049 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

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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FGC 95X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FGC 95X, 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 FGC 95X registered?

FGC 95X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 3 March 1982.

Is FGC 95X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGC 95X shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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