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E126 AAM

1988 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,382 mi
Last recorded77,382 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2013
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 230122,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE126 AAM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2013 77,382 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fitted with optional left- foot throttle

gear selector is misaligned

Pass 14 Feb 2012 76,496 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 75,356 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 74,575 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 74,050 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 73,791 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 73,030 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 71,583 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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E126 AAM is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 122,887 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 E126 AAM, 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 38 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 E126 AAM registered?

E126 AAM is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 4 March 1988.

Is E126 AAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E126 AAM shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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