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D343 LVR

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

37,469 mi
Last recorded37,469 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD343 LVR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 37,469 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 37,468 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 35,640 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 32,020 miles

Offside Sill weak

Fail 3 May 2018 32,020 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Sill weak

Pass 27 Apr 2017 31,856 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 29,857 miles

both rear brakes binding on slightly

front brake balance

Pass 17 Nov 2014 24,440 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 23,727 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 22,942 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 22,166 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 21,463 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 19,964 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 18,950 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 17,473 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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D343 LVR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 D343 LVR, 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 D343 LVR registered?

D343 LVR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 17 October 1986.

Is D343 LVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D343 LVR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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