MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
397,740 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?
Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.
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BCD 580Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 BCD 580Y, 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.
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How do I check the history of BCD 580Y?
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What year was BCD 580Y registered?
BCD 580Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1982.
Is BCD 580Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for BCD 580Y shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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