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DYV 758V

1980 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

108,354 mi
Last recorded108,354 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 23098,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYV 758V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 108,354 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 108,313 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2016 108,143 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 107,741 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 107,723 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 107,142 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 107,142 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 107,010 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 107,055 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 107,475 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 106,968 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 106,611 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 106,237 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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DYV 758V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 98,609 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 DYV 758V, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DYV 758V registered?

DYV 758V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is DYV 758V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYV 758V shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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