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BKF 840X

1982 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

183,080 mi
Last recorded183,080 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 230123,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKF 840X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 183,080 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 182,431 miles

Central Rear rear brake pipes heavily under sealed

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 181,417 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 181,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 180,354 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s front disc cover slightly insucure

Pass 12 Dec 2014 179,414 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 17 Dec 2013 178,315 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 175,740 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 171,976 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 167,244 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 10 Nov 2009 155,963 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 146,334 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2007 136,859 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 128,024 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 127,990 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2005

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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BKF 840X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BKF 840X, 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 BKF 840X?

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What year was BKF 840X registered?

BKF 840X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 3 February 1982.

Is BKF 840X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKF 840X shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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