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N3 DPA

1996 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,638 mi
Last recorded82,638 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2005
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 230125,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN3 DPA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,292cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2005 82,638 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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N3 DPA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N3 DPA, 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 N3 DPA registered?

N3 DPA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N3 DPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N3 DPA 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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