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F161 PYR

1989 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

134,107 mi
Last recorded134,107 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 230126,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF161 PYR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2020 134,107 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 134,107 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 134,117 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 134,117 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2017 134,110 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion underside rust (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Oct 2017 134,107 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall are perishing

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion underside rust (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 134,108 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 134,107 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 134,107 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 134,107 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 134,107 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 134,107 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 134,107 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 134,107 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 134,107 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 134,107 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 134,107 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2005 134,107 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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F161 PYR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 F161 PYR, 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 F161 PYR registered?

F161 PYR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 11 January 1989.

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