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NPE 148W

1981 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

90,872 mi
Last recorded90,872 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2010
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 230117,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPE 148W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2010 90,872 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 90,872 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 90,706 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 90,114 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 May 2008 90,114 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 May 2007 88,874 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2007 88,874 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 87,719 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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NPE 148W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 117,250 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 NPE 148W, 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 45 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 NPE 148W?

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What year was NPE 148W registered?

NPE 148W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is NPE 148W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPE 148W 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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