MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
143,179 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
all tyres except o/s/r worn on edges n/s/r to legal limit
oil leak
slight play in both front wheelbearings
both front tyres spliting
exhaust system corroded
o/s/r shocker damp
o/s/r tyre worn to limit and spliting
oil leak
play in steering
o/s/r tyre worn close to limit
oil leak
slight play in front wheel bearings
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?
Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L879 BAY is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 92,434 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 L879 BAY, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was L879 BAY registered?
L879 BAY is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 25 March 1994.
Is L879 BAY safe to buy?
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