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D502 VEV

1987 Mercedes-benz 230

Grey Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,339 mi
Last recorded150,339 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2008
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 230113,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD502 VEV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2008 150,339 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

rear brake pipes slightly corred

Pass 19 Dec 2007 148,568 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 145,468 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 142,883 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 142,883 miles

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

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

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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D502 VEV is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 230 in Grey 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 D502 VEV, 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

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What year was D502 VEV registered?

D502 VEV is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 3 March 1987.

Is D502 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D502 VEV 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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