MOT Status
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69,101 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
bulb warning on dash (1x reverse lamp)
coil springs corroded
metal brake pipes corroded
plastic coverings on rear lower suspension arms
Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fuel system component leaking pump/filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
bulb warning on dash display
coil springs corroded
exhaust corroded
metal brake pipes corroded
n/s/r tyre wearing unevenly with damaged outer sidewall
o/s/r tyre wearing unevenly
plastic coverings on rear lower suspension arms
Nearside front roadwheel inner rim has a small crack
Nearside front shock dust cover loose
Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
under trays fitted obscuring full view of the underside of vehicle
Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords badly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge
Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
under trays fitted obscuring full view of the underside of vehicle
Corrosion to both front suspension coil springs.
Under tray present impeding inspection.
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
195/65/15 91V conti eco contact
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
washer jets need adjusting
corossion to centre exhaust
windscreen washer jets need attension
both rear tyres starting to perish
Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
Exhaust heat sheild insecure and causes a rattling sound at certain RPM
Both front tyres showing signs of perish in tread
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside rear service brake efficiency less than expected
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?
Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.
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J501 GGF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 131,354 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 J501 GGF, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was J501 GGF registered?
J501 GGF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 19 May 1992.
Is J501 GGF safe to buy?
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