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A16 PKS

1989 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

79,403 mi
Last recorded79,403 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 230126,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 PKS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 79,403 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 77,611 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 73,402 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 73,402 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 70,126 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 70,119 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 68,959 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 68,453 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 66,550 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 65,847 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 65,550 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 65,550 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 64,795 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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A16 PKS is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 126,958 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 A16 PKS, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A16 PKS registered?

A16 PKS is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A16 PKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 PKS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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