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G5 OOL

2003 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

83,605 mi
Last recorded83,605 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 23058,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 OOL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 83,605 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jul 2026 83,602 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 80,034 miles

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

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 120,472 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 99,966 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 84,655 miles

headlight masks/converters fitted

Fail 21 Jul 2017 84,655 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

headlight masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2016 76,505 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 Jul 2016 76,505 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 63,544 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 50,146 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 38,416 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 38,416 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2012 19,214 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 17,295 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 25,000 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 12,750 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 12,750 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 13,373 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 13,373 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 11,625 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 11,026 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 11,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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G5 OOL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 58,050 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G5 OOL, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G5 OOL registered?

G5 OOL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is G5 OOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 OOL shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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