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C775 HYC

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

121,233 mi
Last recorded121,233 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC775 HYC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2015 121,233 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 119,858 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 119,854 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 118,203 miles

Corrosion appearing to underside (suspension components)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 117,065 miles

corrosion appearing to underside

Pass 23 Jun 2011 115,844 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 114,586 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 113,227 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 111,802 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 109,654 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 108,248 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion appearing to underside

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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C775 HYC is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 C775 HYC, 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 C775 HYC registered?

C775 HYC is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 9 May 1986.

Is C775 HYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C775 HYC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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