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LMO 76X

1981 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,558 mi
Last recorded91,558 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 230117,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMO 76X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 91,558 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 91,557 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 88,733 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 88,731 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Size as above. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre size 175/80 R14 88H (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside rear tyre cracked & perished.

Pass 25 Apr 2017 88,305 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Pass 21 Apr 2016 86,899 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 84,711 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 84,448 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 84,153 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 83,807 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 83,439 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 83,156 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2007 82,887 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 82,887 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 82,207 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 81,262 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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LMO 76X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 117,250 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 LMO 76X, 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 45 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 LMO 76X registered?

LMO 76X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 2 September 1981.

Is LMO 76X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMO 76X shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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