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GCC 504Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,392 mi
Last recorded82,392 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 28099,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCC 504Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2021 82,392 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 81,970 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2017 81,243 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 79,639 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 78,719 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 76,792 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 76,579 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 75,957 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 74,794 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 72,349 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 70,606 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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GCC 504Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GCC 504Y, 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 GCC 504Y registered?

GCC 504Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 November 1982.

Is GCC 504Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCC 504Y shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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