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CPD 618B

1964 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,389 mi
Last recorded94,389 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1964 Mercedes-benz 23048,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPD 618B
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 94,389 miles

Nearside Front steering linkage idler arm has slight play in linkage/bushing.

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn king pin assembly. (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

slight leak from power steering box assembly.

Fail 29 Jul 2025 94,389 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front steering linkage idler arm has slight play in linkage/bushing.

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn king pin assembly. (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

slight leak from power steering box assembly.

Pass 19 Jul 2024 92,206 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive slight leak from power steering reservoir area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front steering linkage (intermediate drop arm) has slight play.

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm outer bin/bush has slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% imbalance, maximum permissibly is 30% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2024 92,206 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive slight leak from power steering reservoir area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front steering linkage (intermediate drop arm) has slight play.

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm outer bin/bush has slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% imbalance, maximum permissibly is 30% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 87,558 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 86,968 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 86,943 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 82,958 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 82,369 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 82,213 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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CPD 618B is a 1964 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1964 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 48,111 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 CPD 618B, 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 62 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CPD 618B registered?

CPD 618B is a 1964 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 18 June 1964.

Is CPD 618B safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPD 618B shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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