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C758 EMU

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,802 mi
Last recorded68,802 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2009
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC758 EMU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2009 68,802 miles

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

Numerous front and rear suspension bushes deteriorating

Pass 15 Jan 2008 68,779 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 67,981 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 67,431 miles

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

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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C758 EMU is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C758 EMU, 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.

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What year was C758 EMU registered?

C758 EMU is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 25 February 1986.

Is C758 EMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C758 EMU shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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