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UMY 170F

1968 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,765 mi
Last recorded73,765 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 1968 Mercedes-benz 28050,662 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMY 170F
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1968
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 73,765 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 73,764 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 73,670 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 73,670 miles

Central Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both draglink end boot split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Oil leaking excessively from engine Oil filter housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 73,648 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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UMY 170F is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UMY 170F, 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 UMY 170F registered?

UMY 170F is a 1968 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 5 June 1968.

Is UMY 170F safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMY 170F shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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