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KCH 768V

1979 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,140 mi
Last recorded107,140 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2009
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 230102,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCH 768V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2009 107,140 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear outer sills and chassis rails extensively welded

Fail 7 Dec 2009 107,135 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear outer sills and chassis rails extensively welded

Pass 5 Nov 2008 106,772 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 14 Oct 2008 106,764 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 10 Jul 2007 104,757 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 103,840 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

some structure points at rear rusting &weak

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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KCH 768V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 102,936 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 KCH 768V, 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 47 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 KCH 768V registered?

KCH 768V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 13 November 1979.

Is KCH 768V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCH 768V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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