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A12 OAA

1985 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,828 mi
Last recorded51,828 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 230117,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 OAA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 51,828 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 51,305 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 51,049 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 48,687 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 48,381 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 48,188 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 48,188 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 47,762 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 47,237 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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A12 OAA is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 117,789 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 A12 OAA, 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 41 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 A12 OAA registered?

A12 OAA is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is A12 OAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 OAA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A12 OAA have outstanding finance?

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