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C164 TPC

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,087 mi
Last recorded174,087 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2006
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC164 TPC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2006 174,087 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion to n/s/f inner wheel arch. †

Pass 13 Oct 2005 166,516 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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C164 TPC is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 112,152 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 C164 TPC, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C164 TPC registered?

C164 TPC is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 11 March 1986.

Is C164 TPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C164 TPC 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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