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A414 YKU

1984 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

172,552 mi
Last recorded172,552 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2011
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 230116,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA414 YKU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2011 172,552 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front valance corroded.

Slight warp on front discs.

Pass 31 Aug 2007 166,540 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Fail 18 Oct 2005 163,276 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

FRONT JACK POINTS CORRODED/FRONT LOWER ARMS REAR BUSHES PERRISHED

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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A414 YKU is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 A414 YKU, 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 A414 YKU registered?

A414 YKU is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 February 1984.

Is A414 YKU safe to buy?

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