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F149 OJB

1989 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,763 mi
Last recorded162,763 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2007
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 230126,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF149 OJB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2007 162,763 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 157,273 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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F149 OJB is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F149 OJB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F149 OJB registered?

F149 OJB is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 3 January 1989.

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