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A136 GRT

1983 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

201,536 mi
Last recorded201,536 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 230121,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA136 GRT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jan 2013 201,536 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 200,335 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearsid idler arm has some movement

offside rear tyre 2mm tread +signs of perishing

Fail 7 Nov 2011 200,335 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearsid idler arm has some movement

offside rear tyre 2mm tread +signs of perishing

Pass 9 Nov 2010 197,364 miles

slight age cracking rear tyres tread

Pass 17 Mar 2006 197,231 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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A136 GRT is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 A136 GRT, 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.

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What year was A136 GRT registered?

A136 GRT is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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