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L293 PWU

1993 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

158,198 mi
Last recorded158,198 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 230142,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL293 PWU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 158,198 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 156,080 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 151,206 miles

Both front tyres worn slightly low on outer edges

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

Windscreen has minor damage but not affecting drivers view

Pass 3 Jun 2014 144,903 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 144,903 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 May 2013 141,146 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 137,598 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 137,598 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 May 2011 133,152 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 127,203 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 123,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 123,316 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 121,233 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 117,924 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 113,598 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 113,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear 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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L293 PWU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 142,516 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 L293 PWU, 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 33 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 L293 PWU registered?

L293 PWU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L293 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L293 PWU shows 16 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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