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A449 VYE

1984 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

123,626 mi
Last recorded123,626 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2010
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 230116,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA449 VYE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2010 123,626 miles

front wind screen lightly marked

Fail 31 Aug 2010 123,626 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

front wind screen lightly marked

Pass 22 Dec 2009 123,198 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 123,198 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Fail 2 Nov 2009 123,117 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

play in steering box-play in track rod ends-steering damper may be leaking

severel rubber exhaust mounts in poor condition

slight binding offside front brake

Fail 13 Oct 2008 121,478 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 121,478 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 119,902 miles

Oil leak

front propshaft conduit breaking down

various fluid leaks

Pass 2 Oct 2006 118,640 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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A449 VYE is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 A449 VYE, 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 A449 VYE registered?

A449 VYE is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A449 VYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A449 VYE shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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