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A440 JLW

1984 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

120,432 mi
Last recorded120,432 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 230116,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA440 JLW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 120,432 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 114,112 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2022 113,767 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 113,474 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 112,515 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 112,123 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 111,090 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 111,089 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 110,920 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 110,728 miles

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

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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A440 JLW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A440 JLW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A440 JLW registered?

A440 JLW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A440 JLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A440 JLW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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