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BLY 913Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 230

Cream Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

189,672 mi
Last recorded189,672 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2008
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 230123,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLY 913Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2008 189,672 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 189,380 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

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

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

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

boot floor to rear panel rusted

osf shocker top rust present

osr wheel arch rusty

slight play in steering box

Fail 21 Sep 2007 186,546 miles

Battery insecure

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 21 Sep 2007 186,546 miles

Battery insecure

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 8 Sep 2006 181,067 miles

Nearside front and rear jacking points rusty. Offside inner wing rusty.

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

Pass 22 Sep 2005 175,633 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 175,633 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

nearside front tyre worn on edge

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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BLY 913Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230 in Cream with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BLY 913Y, 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 BLY 913Y?

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What year was BLY 913Y registered?

BLY 913Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 16 November 1982.

Is BLY 913Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLY 913Y shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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