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A14 SFA

1985 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,958 mi
Last recorded79,958 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2006
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 230117,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 SFA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2006 79,958 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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 SFA is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A14 SFA, 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.

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What year was A14 SFA registered?

A14 SFA is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 23 January 1985.

Is A14 SFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 SFA shows 1 test 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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