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D784 WDO

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

193,262 mi
Last recorded193,262 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2006
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD784 WDO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2006 193,262 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 190,038 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Steering box deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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D784 WDO is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D784 WDO, 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 D784 WDO registered?

D784 WDO is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 14 October 1986.

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