MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
162,256 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
front wiper blade split but still clears the screen
no center middle seat belt fitted (lap belt)
no rear facing seats fitted
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
front wiper blade split but still clears the screen
no center middle seat belt fitted (lap belt)
no rear facing seats fitted
advise-surface corrosion steel brake pipes. †advise-surface corrosion front o/s floor pan.
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?
Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D154 GAV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 D154 GAV, 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 D154 GAV registered?
D154 GAV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1986.
Is D154 GAV safe to buy?
The MOT history for D154 GAV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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