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L917 SGW

1994 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,525 mi
Last recorded64,525 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 23078,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL917 SGW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2021 64,525 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 62,735 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 57,891 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 52,523 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 45,352 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 38,258 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 37,672 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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L917 SGW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 78,538 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 L917 SGW, 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 32 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 L917 SGW registered?

L917 SGW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L917 SGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L917 SGW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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