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A10 AJO

1991 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,110 mi
Last recorded159,110 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2019
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 230130,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 AJO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2019 159,110 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 158,917 miles

Front both tyres wearing from inner edge

Pass 17 May 2016 153,794 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 145,123 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 144,802 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 140,961 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Jul 2012 140,961 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 139,938 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 139,926 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 138,371 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 138,346 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 135,916 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 133,675 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 130,946 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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A10 AJO is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 130,892 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 A10 AJO, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A10 AJO registered?

A10 AJO is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 23 April 1991.

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