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B240 GGC

1985 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,822 mi
Last recorded139,822 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 230117,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB240 GGC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2011 139,822 miles

nearside rear disc pitted

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 31 Jul 2010 139,050 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 139,050 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 137,785 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 132,299 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 126,075 miles

Some lift noted in N/S front lower balljoint.Steering damper starting to leak.Very slight exhaust leaks.

Pass 5 Oct 2005 120,618 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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B240 GGC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 117,789 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 B240 GGC, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B240 GGC registered?

B240 GGC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 9 May 1985.

Is B240 GGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B240 GGC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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