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KPL 73C

1996 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,501 mi
Last recorded71,501 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2009
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 230125,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPL 73C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2009 71,501 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2007 71,225 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 70,214 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 70,113 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

offside front inner wing rusty

steering idler worn

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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KPL 73C is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 125,474 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 KPL 73C, 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 30 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 KPL 73C registered?

KPL 73C is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is KPL 73C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPL 73C shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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