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DYX 794C

1965 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,659 mi
Last recorded29,659 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz 23043,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYX 794C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 29,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 25 Apr 2018 29,618 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 29,487 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 29,378 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 29,374 miles

Centre Brake pipe inadequately clipped over rear axle (3.6.B.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 29,199 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 29,190 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 29,018 miles

engine smoke from exhaust on start up and idle

Fail 22 May 2008 28,981 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

engine smoke from exhaust on start up and idle

Pass 16 Nov 2006 28,772 miles

engine smoke from exhaust on idle.

wear to nearside rear shock absorber bushes.

wear to offside rear shock absorber bushes.

Pass 22 Mar 2006 27,662 miles

underside welded and undersealed

Fail 22 Mar 2006 27,662 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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DYX 794C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 43,549 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 DYX 794C, 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 61 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 DYX 794C registered?

DYX 794C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 20 May 1965.

Is DYX 794C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYX 794C shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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