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F120 SLR

1989 Mercedes-benz 230

Brown Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

192,497 mi
Last recorded192,497 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 230126,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF120 SLR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1989
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 192,497 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 191,880 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 188,618 miles

All shock absorber dust covers perished

Rust evident

Rust evident under body, brakes, steering & suspension parts noted

Fail 14 Oct 2015 188,618 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

All shock absorber dust covers perished

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Rust evident

Rust evident under body, brakes, steering & suspension parts noted

Pass 15 Oct 2014 184,823 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 176,849 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 174,157 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 171,330 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 168,500 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 166,027 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 161,829 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 157,071 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 147,939 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 142,627 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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F120 SLR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 in Brown with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 F120 SLR, 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 F120 SLR registered?

F120 SLR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 10 May 1989.

Is F120 SLR safe to buy?

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