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A433 HEC

1983 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

249,632 mi
Last recorded249,632 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2008
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 230121,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA433 HEC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Oct 2008 249,632 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Fail 18 Sep 2008 249,563 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 242,443 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

some corrosion to the o.s.r.inner wheel arch viewed behind wheel.

various areas of loose/aged underseal need removing and making good.

Pass 30 Sep 2006 234,570 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 234,377 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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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A433 HEC is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 121,030 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 A433 HEC, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A433 HEC registered?

A433 HEC is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A433 HEC safe to buy?

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