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C24 AOR

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,454 mi
Last recorded94,454 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2008
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC24 AOR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2008 94,454 miles

Nail in front tyre

Fail 15 Dec 2008 94,443 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nail in front tyre

Pass 11 Dec 2007 92,374 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 89,381 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 89,373 miles

Brake warning device not working correctly (3.3.D.3a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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C24 AOR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C24 AOR, 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 C24 AOR?

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What year was C24 AOR registered?

C24 AOR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C24 AOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C24 AOR shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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