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M5 JYV

1994 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,383 mi
Last recorded57,383 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 28092,434 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 JYV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,790cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 57,383 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Both N/S & O/S (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 54,331 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 49,332 miles

under trays & sill covers fitted

Fail 19 Sep 2020 49,332 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2019 47,770 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive slight steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all tyres starting to perish

Pass 10 Aug 2018 41,581 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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M5 JYV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M5 JYV, 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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How do I check the history of M5 JYV?

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What year was M5 JYV registered?

M5 JYV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M5 JYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 JYV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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