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EBZ 536

1982 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

102,221 mi
Last recorded102,221 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 230123,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBZ 536
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 102,221 miles

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

steering damper slightly leaking

Fail 13 Jun 2019 102,221 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

steering damper slightly leaking

Pass 21 Jan 2015 102,203 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 102,203 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 101,942 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 101,043 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 101,041 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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EBZ 536 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 EBZ 536, 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 EBZ 536 registered?

EBZ 536 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 21 September 1982.

Is EBZ 536 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EBZ 536 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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