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D159 GYP

1987 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

201,636 mi
Last recorded201,636 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2008
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 230113,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD159 GYP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2008 201,636 miles

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Fail 1 Jul 2008 201,631 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 20 Jun 2007 193,224 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 188,924 miles

battery insecure

Pass 22 Jun 2005 188,921 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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D159 GYP is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 113,060 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 D159 GYP, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D159 GYP?

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What year was D159 GYP registered?

D159 GYP is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D159 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D159 GYP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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