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M1 OAB

1994 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,706 mi
Last recorded148,706 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2008
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 28092,434 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM1 OAB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2008 148,706 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 136,550 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 136,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 132,756 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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M1 OAB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M1 OAB, 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 M1 OAB registered?

M1 OAB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M1 OAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M1 OAB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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