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C653 PCF

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

140,970 mi
Last recorded140,970 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2008
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC653 PCF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Nov 2008 140,970 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 138,290 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 9 Nov 2007 138,282 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 131,919 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel cap seal cracking at edges

nearside front wing holed

offside and nearside front seat runner play

Fail 31 Oct 2006 131,902 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel cap seal started to crack at edges

nearside front wing holed

offside and nearside front seat runner play

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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C653 PCF is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 C653 PCF, 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 C653 PCF registered?

C653 PCF is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 25 March 1986.

Is C653 PCF safe to buy?

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