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D437 GSP

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2006
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

134,092 mi
Last recorded134,092 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2007
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD437 GSP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Jan 2007 134,092 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

propshaft barring loose

Pass 2 Dec 2005 132,971 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 132,971 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Fail 15 Nov 2005 132,998 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

metal fuel pipes corroded

bottom n/s/f door small hole

centre propshaft mounting excessively worn

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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D437 GSP is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 D437 GSP, 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 D437 GSP registered?

D437 GSP is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D437 GSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D437 GSP shows 4 tests with a 25% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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