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BAH 738X

1982 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

166,598 mi
Last recorded166,598 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 230123,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 738X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 166,598 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 164,585 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 161,987 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

lower radiator mounting panel corroded

Fail 1 Apr 2014 161,924 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

lower radiator mounting panel corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2013 159,079 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 156,524 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 156,477 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 153,360 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 150,303 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 146,450 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 143,333 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 139,701 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 135,638 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?

Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,918
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
8,576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,934
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,276
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,500
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,463
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BAH 738X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 123,188 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 230 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAH 738X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 230 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BAH 738X?

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What year was BAH 738X registered?

BAH 738X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 23 March 1982.

Is BAH 738X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAH 738X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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