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DPL 635B

1964 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,585 mi
Last recorded22,585 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1964 Mercedes-benz 23048,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPL 635B
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1964
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 22,585 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 22,546 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 22,389 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 22,326 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 22,293 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 22,246 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 22,138 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 22,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 22,086 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 21,690 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 20,970 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 20,879 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2011 20,528 miles

slight play in steering box

Fail 8 Oct 2008 19,764 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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DPL 635B is a 1964 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DPL 635B, 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 DPL 635B registered?

DPL 635B is a 1964 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 4 September 1964.

Is DPL 635B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPL 635B shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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