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M70 DON

2001 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,305 mi
Last recorded38,305 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2005
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz 23087,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM70 DON
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2005 38,305 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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M70 DON is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 87,491 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 M70 DON, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M70 DON?

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What year was M70 DON registered?

M70 DON is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is M70 DON safe to buy?

The MOT history for M70 DON shows 1 test 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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