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E855 EOO

1988 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

245,486 mi
Last recorded245,486 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 230122,887 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE855 EOO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 245,486 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak

noise from steering box

Pass 20 Mar 2013 226,522 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 208,146 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 208,146 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 196,050 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 188,130 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 179,270 miles

carbon monoxide at idle is low at less than 0.5%

knocking noise from both front shock absorbers when bounced.

left front tyre valve is shorter than ideal

wiper rubber could be better

Pass 12 Mar 2008 163,695 miles

oil weeping from low pressure hose at pas pump and possibly union or top seal

slight oil leak appears to be rear of head gasket

some corrosion on inner edges of rear brake discs although pads ok and efficiency is adequate

Pass 13 Mar 2007 152,368 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 152,368 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 142,073 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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E855 EOO is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 E855 EOO, 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.

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What year was E855 EOO registered?

E855 EOO is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 2 April 1988.

Is E855 EOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E855 EOO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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