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B281 BMK

1985 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,975 mi
Last recorded155,975 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2006
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 230117,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB281 BMK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2006 155,975 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

differential has slight leak

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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B281 BMK is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B281 BMK, 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.

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What year was B281 BMK registered?

B281 BMK is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 22 May 1985.

Is B281 BMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B281 BMK shows 1 test 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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