MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
163,757 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
all front and rear suspension rubber bushes becoming deteriated but not resulting in excessive movement
some freeplay in handbrake cable
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?
Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C197 SPA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 C197 SPA, 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
How do I check the history of C197 SPA?
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What year was C197 SPA registered?
C197 SPA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 January 1986.
Is C197 SPA safe to buy?
The MOT history for C197 SPA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C197 SPA have outstanding finance?
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