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J8 CPM

1997 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,476 mi
Last recorded142,476 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 230101,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 CPM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2010 142,476 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 142,476 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 134,025 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 117,804 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 105,578 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 105,578 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 91,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J8 CPM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 101,280 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 J8 CPM, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J8 CPM registered?

J8 CPM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is J8 CPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 CPM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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