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FRB 428L

2012 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,666 mi
Last recorded51,666 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2013
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 28022,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRB 428L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2013 51,666 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 44,430 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 44,236 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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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FRB 428L is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 22,535 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 FRB 428L, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FRB 428L registered?

FRB 428L is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is FRB 428L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRB 428L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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