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A374 PFL

1984 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,503 mi
Last recorded38,503 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 230116,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA374 PFL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2022 38,503 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 38,478 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 38,437 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 38,207 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 38,005 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 37,950 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 37,085 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 36,343 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 35,834 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 33,566 miles

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

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 2 Mar 2009 32,636 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 32,490 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front&rear brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 1 Mar 2007 32,221 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

signs of corrosion to rear brake pipes

Pass 8 Mar 2006 32,147 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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A374 PFL is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 A374 PFL, 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.

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What year was A374 PFL registered?

A374 PFL is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A374 PFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A374 PFL shows 14 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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