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Mercedes-Benz 280

Silver and Silver · Petrol · 1982 · 2,746 cc

2 BYCMOT history

2 BYC is a silver and silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 280 first used on 1 Oct 1982. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 48,408 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2024
Mileage
48,408 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2023
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
803 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2 BYC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
280
Colour
Silver and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,746 cc
Year of manufacture
1982
First used
1 Oct 1982
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

2 BYC was last recorded at 48,408 miles on 11 Aug 2023, 440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,968 miles · 1 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
440 miles
Average per year
803 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 48,408 miles
  • 2022 – 47,968 miles
  • 2021 – 47,706 miles
  • 2020 – 47,680 miles
  • 2019 – 47,611 miles
  • 2018 – 47,305 miles
  • 2017 – 46,879 miles
  • 2016 – 46,252 miles
  • 2015 – 45,902 miles
  • 2014 – 44,861 miles
  • 2013 – 43,729 miles
  • 2012 – 42,965 miles
  • 2011 – 41,739 miles
  • 2010 – 40,844 miles
  • 2009 – 37,301 miles
  • 2008 – 37,055 miles
  • 2006 – 35,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,408 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,408 miles (+440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    48,408 miles
    Test number
    798084225289
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass47,968 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    47,968 miles
    Test number
    456174569489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass47,706 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    47,706 miles
    Test number
    102914494154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,680 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    47,680 miles
    Test number
    163980483431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail47,673 miles (+62)2 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,673 miles
    Test number
    600011317522
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass47,611 miles (+306)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,611 miles
    Test number
    235164655472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,305 miles (+426)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    47,305 miles
    Test number
    744212491279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,879 miles
    Test number
    635161179430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail46,879 miles (+627)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,879 miles
    Test number
    363021355978
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Pass46,252 miles (+350)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,252 miles
    Test number
    904628679313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold to down pipe slight blow . (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass45,902 miles (+1,041)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    45,902 miles
    Test number
    618195695132
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre slightly perished on outer side wall.

  12. Pass44,861 miles (+1,132)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    44,861 miles
    Test number
    659931764107
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Pass43,729 miles (+764)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,729 miles
    Test number
    377914653164
    • NoteN/s/ rear brake slightly sticking on.

  14. Pass42,965 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,965 miles
    Test number
    278417632402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,739 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,739 miles
    Test number
    227451461435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,844 miles (+3,543)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,844 miles
    Test number
    494537060163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,301 miles (+246)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    37,301 miles
    Test number
    451846869153
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll four tyres cracking through age but no cords or ply showing

  18. Pass37,055 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,055 miles
    Test number
    483181438167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    35,013 miles
    Test number
    201618536341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 2 BYC

What vehicle is registration 2 BYC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2 BYC on a silver and silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 280 first used on 1 Oct 1982. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 2 BYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 2 BYC expired on 16 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 2 BYC?
The MOT on 2 BYC expired on 16 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 2 BYC done?
2 BYC was recorded at 48,408 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2023, an average of 803 miles a year.
Has 2 BYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2 BYC has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on 2 BYC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 2 BYC find?
2 BYC passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front seat belt slightly damaged.

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