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BNZ 9748

1989 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

236,670 mi
Last recorded236,670 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2007
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 230126,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 9748
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2007 236,670 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 233,723 miles

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

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

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

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 9748 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 126,958 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 BNZ 9748, 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 37 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 BNZ 9748 registered?

BNZ 9748 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 7 February 1989.

Is BNZ 9748 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 9748 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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