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MML 297C

1965 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

3,193 mi
Last recorded3,193 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz 23043,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMML 297C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2015 3,193 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 3,188 miles

Engine missfires

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 3,169 miles

Engine missfires

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside front tyre rubs on anti roll bar link on full nearside lock

Pass 16 Oct 2012 3,136 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Temp repair to exhaust system

Pass 26 Oct 2011 3,100 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

temp repair to exhaust system

Fail 18 Oct 2011 3,100 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Front Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)

Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

temp repair to exhaust system

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 22 May 2007 2,364 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 2,308 miles

both head lights, reflectors in poor condition

Fail 11 May 2006 2,301 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both headlights, reflectors poor

n/s rear brake binding slighty

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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MML 297C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 43,549 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 MML 297C, 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 61 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MML 297C registered?

MML 297C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 6 April 1965.

Is MML 297C safe to buy?

The MOT history for MML 297C shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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