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LKZ 5330

1996 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

217,914 mi
Last recorded217,914 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 230125,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKZ 5330
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2013 217,914 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 217,914 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Dec 2011 212,023 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 208,323 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 208,323 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 199,904 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 187,809 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 176,362 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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LKZ 5330 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LKZ 5330, 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 LKZ 5330 registered?

LKZ 5330 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is LKZ 5330 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKZ 5330 shows 8 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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