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DBE 86X

1982 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,577 mi
Last recorded123,577 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2009
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 230123,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBE 86X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2009 123,577 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 23 Oct 2008 118,152 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 28 Sep 2007 112,608 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Oct 2006 106,880 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 106,880 miles

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

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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DBE 86X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DBE 86X, 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

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What year was DBE 86X registered?

DBE 86X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 June 1982.

Is DBE 86X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBE 86X shows 5 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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