MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,677 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?
Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.
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BFM 173W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230 in Beige with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.
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 BFM 173W, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of BFM 173W?
You can check the full history of BFM 173W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was BFM 173W registered?
BFM 173W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 June 1981.
Is BFM 173W safe to buy?
The MOT history for BFM 173W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BFM 173W have outstanding finance?
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