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GYX 679W

1980 Mercedes-benz 230

Beige Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,371 mi
Last recorded142,371 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2008
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 23098,609 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYX 679W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2008 142,371 miles

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE PAINTED WITH UNDESEAL COMPOUND COVERING RECENT REPAIRS TO FLOOR

Pass 31 Jul 2007 140,242 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 137,638 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 135,148 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 135,148 miles

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

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

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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GYX 679W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 in Beige with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 98,609 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 GYX 679W, 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 46 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 GYX 679W registered?

GYX 679W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 17 September 1980.

Is GYX 679W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYX 679W shows 5 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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