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JYL 693W

1981 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

92,099 mi
Last recorded92,099 miles
Recorded on11 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 230117,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYL 693W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2021 92,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 87,614 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2020 87,614 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 83,641 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2018 82,213 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 22 May 2018 82,213 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2017 77,976 miles

Offside Rear indicator lens but showing the correct colour

Fail 13 Mar 2017 77,964 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also showing signs of ageing (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear indicator lens but showing the correct colour

Pass 10 Jun 2016 75,152 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jun 2016 75,152 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2015 69,841 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 69,108 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 Oct 2014 69,106 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 61,564 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 60,328 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 59,822 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 59,720 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 59,700 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 59,567 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 59,303 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 58,530 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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JYL 693W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 117,250 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 JYL 693W, 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 45 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 JYL 693W registered?

JYL 693W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 May 1981.

Is JYL 693W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYL 693W shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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