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A876 TBW

1983 Mercedes-benz 230

Cream Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

85,374 mi
Last recorded85,374 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 230121,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA876 TBW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2023 85,374 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour slightly discoloured (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 85,140 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

several suspension and mounting bushes perished front and rear

under side of vehicle rusty in several places

Fail 24 Nov 2021 85,135 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength next to subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury lower wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Power steering malfunctioning belt slipping (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))

several front and rear suspension bushes perishing

Pass 25 Nov 2020 84,887 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under body heavy under shield

Pass 30 Apr 2019 83,640 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2019 83,635 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill and floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner arch chasis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch and chasis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 81,965 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2018 81,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 81,642 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 81,642 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 80,789 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 80,133 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 79,142 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 79,142 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside and offside front,and nearside rear tyres starting to deteriorate

Pass 29 Jun 2013 78,409 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front idler arm has slight play

Pass 7 Jul 2012 77,451 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 76,542 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 75,208 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 73,916 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 72,559 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 70,627 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 69,178 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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A876 TBW is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 230 in Cream with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 A876 TBW, 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 A876 TBW registered?

A876 TBW is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A876 TBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A876 TBW shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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