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F108 JGO

1989 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

185,802 mi
Last recorded185,802 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 230126,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF108 JGO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 185,802 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 183,200 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 181,749 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 180,899 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 180,474 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 180,474 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 180,451 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 180,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 May 2016 180,409 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 180,409 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 180,402 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 179,469 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 175,131 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 175,123 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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F108 JGO is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 126,958 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 F108 JGO, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F108 JGO registered?

F108 JGO is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 11 July 1989.

Is F108 JGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F108 JGO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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