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N627 EKR

1995 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

63,711 mi
Last recorded63,711 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2010
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 230125,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN627 EKR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2010 63,711 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 56,122 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 56,122 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2008 54,240 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 54,238 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 19 Apr 2007 49,297 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 49,297 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 45,615 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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N627 EKR is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 125,528 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N627 EKR, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N627 EKR registered?

N627 EKR is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N627 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N627 EKR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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