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C183 DYK

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,858 mi
Last recorded103,858 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC183 DYK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 103,858 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 102,284 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 100,305 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

chip in offside headlamp also water in side it not affecting beam imidge

Pass 28 Jun 2011 100,305 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

chip in offside headlamp also water in side it not affecting beam imidge

Pass 22 Jun 2010 97,721 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 95,049 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

tape on rear light unit not showing whight light

Pass 24 Jun 2008 92,008 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 88,923 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 85,183 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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C183 DYK is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C183 DYK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C183 DYK registered?

C183 DYK is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 25 March 1986.

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