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C602 WPA

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

120,460 mi
Last recorded120,460 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC602 WPA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2014 120,460 miles

battery in-secure

Fail 10 Dec 2014 120,460 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Lower Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

battery in-secure

Fail 24 Dec 2013 120,469 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 24 Dec 2013 120,469 miles

Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 120,469 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 120,469 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

SIGN OF ENGINE OIL WEEPING

Pass 19 Nov 2011 120,469 miles

SIGN OF ENGINE OIL WEEPING

Pass 13 Sep 2010 120,469 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 120,469 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 120,469 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 120,469 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 120,469 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 120,469 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 120,469 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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C602 WPA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 C602 WPA, 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 C602 WPA?

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What year was C602 WPA registered?

C602 WPA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 3 March 1986.

Is C602 WPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C602 WPA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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