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FYM 678C

1965 Mercedes-benz 230

Beige Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

90,986 mi
Last recorded90,986 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz 23043,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYM 678C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1965
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 90,986 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 90,783 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 90,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 90,437 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 90,262 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 90,262 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 90,008 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 89,816 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 89,816 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 89,264 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 88,722 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 88,431 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 88,370 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 87,684 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 87,684 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 87,629 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 87,115 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 87,115 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 86,712 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 86,507 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 85,602 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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FYM 678C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 230 in Beige with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 FYM 678C, 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

How do I check the history of FYM 678C?

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What year was FYM 678C registered?

FYM 678C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 17 September 1965.

Is FYM 678C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYM 678C shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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