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BNZ 3372

1988 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

208,909 mi
Last recorded208,909 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2009
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 230122,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 3372
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2009 208,909 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

suspect coolant leak

Pass 3 Jul 2008 199,003 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

decals fitted to headlamps

Fail 19 Jun 2008 199,003 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

decals fitted to headlamps

Pass 1 Oct 2007 188,628 miles

Coolant leak

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Sep 2007 188,628 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Coolant leak

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 173,455 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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BNZ 3372 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BNZ 3372, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BNZ 3372?

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What year was BNZ 3372 registered?

BNZ 3372 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is BNZ 3372 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 3372 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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