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GHU 980D

1966 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,810 mi
Last recorded70,810 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1966 Mercedes-benz 23038,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHU 980D
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1966
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 70,810 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 70,311 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 70,303 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front oil leak

Rear oil leak from rear diff

Pass 20 Apr 2015 69,771 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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GHU 980D is a 1966 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1966 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 38,525 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 GHU 980D, 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 60 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 GHU 980D registered?

GHU 980D is a 1966 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 19 April 1966.

Is GHU 980D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHU 980D shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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