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A56 UNH

1983 Mercedes-benz 230

Cream Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

199,010 mi
Last recorded199,010 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2008
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 230121,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA56 UNH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2008 199,010 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 9 Jul 2007 193,779 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 193,779 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 187,952 miles

fuel pipes corroded

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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A56 UNH is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 230 in Cream with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 A56 UNH, 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 A56 UNH registered?

A56 UNH is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 9 November 1983.

Is A56 UNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A56 UNH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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