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BOA 661

1982 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,851 mi
Last recorded68,851 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 230123,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOA 661
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2026 68,851 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 68,770 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 68,682 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 68,548 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 68,346 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 68,340 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 67,822 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 67,800 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 67,787 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 67,770 miles

slight bind n/s/r brake

Pass 14 Aug 2006 67,354 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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BOA 661 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 BOA 661, 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 BOA 661?

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What year was BOA 661 registered?

BOA 661 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 14 October 1982.

Is BOA 661 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOA 661 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BOA 661 have outstanding finance?

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