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KBY 270C

2004 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,829 mi
Last recorded73,829 miles
Recorded on30 May 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 23049,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBY 270C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2020 73,829 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 73,114 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 72,581 miles

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

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

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 4 Apr 2017 72,021 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 70,293 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 68,777 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 69,250 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 68,850 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 68,850 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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KBY 270C is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 49,164 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 KBY 270C, 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 22 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 KBY 270C registered?

KBY 270C is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 5 January 2004.

Is KBY 270C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBY 270C shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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