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ASR 637T

1979 Mercedes-benz 230

Brown Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

33,162 mi
Last recorded33,162 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 230102,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASR 637T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 33,162 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2026 33,162 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2025 33,162 miles

Emissions unable to be completed idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 32,719 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 32,719 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high emission filed (8.2.1.2 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 32,390 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 31,581 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 31,235 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 31,103 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 31,051 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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ASR 637T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 230 in Brown with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 102,936 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 ASR 637T, 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 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ASR 637T?

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What year was ASR 637T registered?

ASR 637T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 8 May 1979.

Is ASR 637T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASR 637T shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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