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FJN 101C

1965 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,897 mi
Last recorded73,897 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz 23043,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJN 101C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 73,897 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 73,890 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under sill/outrigger (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 68,593 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 67,286 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 64,345 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2014 64,339 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 13 May 2013 63,567 miles

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

both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 17 Jul 2012 62,463 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 57,998 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 55,431 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2010 55,423 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 54,410 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 53,238 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 52,317 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 51,925 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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FJN 101C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 43,549 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 FJN 101C, 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 61 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJN 101C registered?

FJN 101C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is FJN 101C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJN 101C shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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