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A103 JFC

1983 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

178,957 mi
Last recorded178,957 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 230121,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA103 JFC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 178,957 miles

Nearside Front Fog light inoperative

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear x2 exhaust rubber supports missing

Fail 15 Dec 2022 178,957 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Hazard warning lights inoperative

Nearside Front Fog light inoperative

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear x2 exhaust rubber supports missing

Pass 5 Jan 2022 177,982 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 171,695 miles

n/s park brake down slightly

Fail 14 Oct 2020 171,693 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 163,942 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 26 Sep 2019 163,926 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

coolant leak from water pump

Pass 17 Sep 2018 153,425 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear diff leaking

Fail 14 Sep 2018 153,380 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear diff leaking

Pass 25 May 2017 144,427 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 143,923 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 143,922 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 143,921 miles

rear fuel pipes rusty

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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A103 JFC is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 121,030 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 A103 JFC, 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 43 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 A103 JFC registered?

A103 JFC is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A103 JFC safe to buy?

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