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HNJ 525V

1980 Mercedes-benz 230

Beige Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,668 mi
Last recorded31,668 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 23098,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNJ 525V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2015 31,668 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2014 31,596 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 31,537 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 31,478 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 31,464 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 31,397 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 31,333 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 31,288 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 31,229 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 31,169 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 31,067 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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HNJ 525V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 in Beige with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HNJ 525V, 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 HNJ 525V registered?

HNJ 525V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 8 May 1980.

Is HNJ 525V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNJ 525V shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HNJ 525V have outstanding finance?

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