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FMA 442F

2016 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,244 mi
Last recorded95,244 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz 28041,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMA 442F
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 95,244 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 95,244 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))

Pass 27 May 2016 95,143 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 May 2016 95,143 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

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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FMA 442F is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 41,966 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 FMA 442F, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FMA 442F registered?

FMA 442F is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 June 2016.

Is FMA 442F safe to buy?

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