MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
220,867 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE ON LIMIT
Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Oil leak
Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
PARKING BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL LONG
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING BOX DROP ARM BALL JOINT
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?
Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B2 MVF is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230 in Grey with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 122,887 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 B2 MVF, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of B2 MVF?
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What year was B2 MVF registered?
B2 MVF is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 2 December 1988.
Is B2 MVF safe to buy?
The MOT history for B2 MVF 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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