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TEP 570

1983 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

89,757 mi
Last recorded89,757 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 280105,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEP 570
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 89,757 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 89,585 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 89,191 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 89,191 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2020 89,115 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 87,230 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 87,230 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 87,176 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 86,070 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 85,816 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 85,377 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 84,605 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 83,860 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 82,633 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 82,588 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

O/S AND N/S FRONT FLOORS CORRODED

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 79,625 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 78,919 miles

o/s/f brake hose slightly twisted and rubs suspension

Pass 27 Sep 2007 78,604 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s anti roll bar bushes starting 2 perish / split

Pass 23 Jun 2006 77,855 miles

exhaust mountings weak

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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TEP 570 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 105,000 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 TEP 570, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TEP 570 registered?

TEP 570 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 9 September 1983.

Is TEP 570 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEP 570 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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