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B168 HFL

1981 Mercedes-benz 230

Maroon Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

430,884 mi
Last recorded430,884 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 230117,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB168 HFL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2012 430,884 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 427,465 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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B168 HFL is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230 in Maroon with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 117,250 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 B168 HFL, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B168 HFL registered?

B168 HFL is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is B168 HFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B168 HFL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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