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ACU 165B

1964 Mercedes-benz 230

Grey Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,889 mi
Last recorded54,889 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1964 Mercedes-benz 23048,111 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACU 165B
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1964
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 54,889 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 54,372 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 54,372 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing split pin missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing split pin missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 54,122 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 54,122 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2016 54,058 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 53,927 miles

slight play o/s/r wheel.

Pass 6 May 2014 53,735 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 53,735 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Inner Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Inner Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 53,623 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 53,277 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 52,443 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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ACU 165B is a 1964 Mercedes-benz 230 in Grey with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1964 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 48,111 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 ACU 165B, 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 62 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACU 165B registered?

ACU 165B is a 1964 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 16 June 1964.

Is ACU 165B safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACU 165B shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ACU 165B have outstanding finance?

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