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NLF 188V

1980 Mercedes-benz 230

Cream Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,161 mi
Last recorded116,161 miles
Recorded on15 May 2007
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 23098,609 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLF 188V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1980
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2007 116,161 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 116,161 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 2 May 2006 115,300 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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NLF 188V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 in Cream with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 98,609 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 NLF 188V, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NLF 188V?

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What year was NLF 188V registered?

NLF 188V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is NLF 188V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLF 188V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NLF 188V have outstanding finance?

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