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D173 XRB

1987 Mercedes-benz 230

Cream Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,760 mi
Last recorded106,760 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2008
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 230113,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD173 XRB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2008 106,760 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 105,133 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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D173 XRB is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 230 in Cream with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D173 XRB, 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.

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What year was D173 XRB registered?

D173 XRB is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 19 March 1987.

Is D173 XRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D173 XRB shows 2 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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