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E166 MTC

1988 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,818 mi
Last recorded76,818 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 230122,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE166 MTC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2026 76,818 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 76,818 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 74,413 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 70,450 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 66,306 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 64,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 58,806 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 57,812 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 55,602 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 53,922 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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E166 MTC is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 E166 MTC, 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 E166 MTC registered?

E166 MTC is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is E166 MTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E166 MTC shows 10 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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