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HPK 65V

1980 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

119,056 mi
Last recorded119,056 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 23098,609 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPK 65V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 119,056 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 119,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2018 118,602 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 118,598 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2017 118,238 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 116,301 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 114,202 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 112,138 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 112,133 miles

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

brake servo assistance weak

Pass 25 Mar 2013 109,988 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 109,408 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 108,772 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 107,890 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 106,970 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 106,331 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 104,683 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 103,046 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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HPK 65V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HPK 65V, 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.

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What year was HPK 65V registered?

HPK 65V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is HPK 65V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPK 65V shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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