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MBV 373G

1969 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,953 mi
Last recorded65,953 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1969 Mercedes-benz 28048,833 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBV 373G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1969
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 65,953 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 65,833 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 65,822 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 65,460 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 64,841 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 64,362 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 63,485 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 62,378 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 59,785 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 59,780 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 56,109 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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MBV 373G is a 1969 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1969 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,833 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 MBV 373G, 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 57 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MBV 373G registered?

MBV 373G is a 1969 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 9 May 1969.

Is MBV 373G safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBV 373G shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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