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BDX 219B

1991 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,691 mi
Last recorded46,691 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 230130,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDX 219B
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 46,691 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 42,591 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 41,985 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 40,523 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 39,746 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 39,742 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 37,651 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 3,618 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 34,898 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 34,898 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2010 33,117 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 31,207 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 31,207 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 27,686 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 22,842 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 22,842 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm seriously weakened by wear (2.4.G.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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BDX 219B is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 130,892 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 BDX 219B, 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 35 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 BDX 219B registered?

BDX 219B is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 10 May 1991.

Is BDX 219B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDX 219B shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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