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CEG 96Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

115,383 mi
Last recorded115,383 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 230123,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEG 96Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 115,383 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front inner wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2018 115,382 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel leak rear. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front inner wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 115,251 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 16 Nov 2017 115,247 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 115,192 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear Body has slight corrosion both side (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Oil leak both side pipe ()

coil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 115,092 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 115,092 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 115,006 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 115,006 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 114,662 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 113,972 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 113,972 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 112,653 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 112,653 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 112,301 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 111,226 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 107,556 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 107,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Battery insecure

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

Pass 23 Oct 2006 102,817 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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CEG 96Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 CEG 96Y, 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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What year was CEG 96Y registered?

CEG 96Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 12 November 1982.

Is CEG 96Y safe to buy?

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