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LGM 777G

1968 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,420 mi
Last recorded15,420 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 1968 Mercedes-benz 28050,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGM 777G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 15,420 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 40,290 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 34,601 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 34,236 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 34,038 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 31,630 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 27,992 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 27,784 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 27,305 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 27,303 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 19,844 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 11,323 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 11,081 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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LGM 777G is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 50,662 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 LGM 777G, 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 58 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LGM 777G registered?

LGM 777G is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 12 August 1968.

Is LGM 777G safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGM 777G shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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