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E130 YKP

1988 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,658 mi
Last recorded115,658 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2011
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 230122,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE130 YKP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2011 115,658 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Jul 2011 115,658 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 109,651 miles

N/S front sill at jacking point corroded

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2010 109,596 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

N/S front sill at jacking point corroded

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 108,414 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 105,866 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 102,982 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 101,313 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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E130 YKP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E130 YKP, 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 E130 YKP registered?

E130 YKP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 6 May 1988.

Is E130 YKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E130 YKP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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