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A14 SEB

1984 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,005 mi
Last recorded118,005 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 230116,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 SEB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2016 118,005 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 117,974 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 117,946 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 117,870 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/side front tyre starting to perish

Pass 15 Jun 2012 117,832 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 117,652 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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A14 SEB is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 116,746 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 A14 SEB, 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 42 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 A14 SEB registered?

A14 SEB is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 13 August 1984.

Is A14 SEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 SEB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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