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C635 PWV

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Cream Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,604 mi
Last recorded135,604 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC635 PWV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 135,604 miles

n/s/r spare wheel well corroded and holed

Pass 2 Aug 2024 134,993 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

spare wheel well corrded and holed

Pass 17 Aug 2023 134,177 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber on back box damaged (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 130,821 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 129,656 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

exhaust rubbers worn

Pass 22 Sep 2020 129,273 miles

All four outer wheel arches getting very rusty

Exhaust rubbers badly perrished

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + getting low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S + O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted N/S + O/S (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S + O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/S + O/S (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 129,273 miles

All four outer wheel arches getting very rusty

Exhaust rubbers badly perrished

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + getting low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S + O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted N/S + O/S (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S + O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/S + O/S (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 128,819 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 128,116 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 128,116 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear `o` rings split/missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 126,830 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 125,217 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 122,620 miles

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 119,405 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 119,405 miles

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 115,513 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 105,498 miles

Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 2 Jun 2010 101,576 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 30 May 2009 100,103 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 99,110 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 95,723 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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C635 PWV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Cream with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 C635 PWV, 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 C635 PWV registered?

C635 PWV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C635 PWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C635 PWV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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