MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : Mercedes-Benz : 280 : 1982

Mercedes-Benz 280 1982

Tests: 57

Pass rate: 75.44%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Headlamp aim outwith limits.4.1.2(a)Major29%
2Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting.5.3.6(a)(i)Major29%
3Fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap.6.1.3(b)(i)Major14%
4Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid.3.5(a)Major14%
5Binding brake.1.2.1(f)Major14%
6Emissions levels exceed default limits.8.2.1.2(b)Major14%
7Wiper blade missing or not clearing the windscreen.3.4(b)(ii)Major14%
8Stop lamp missing or inoperative.4.3.1(a)(ii)Major14%
9Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly.1.1.6(a)Major7%
10Position lamp missing or inoperative.4.2.1(a)(ii)Major7%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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