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P688 TRP

1997 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,093 mi
Last recorded189,093 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 230101,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP688 TRP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2013 189,093 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 184,215 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 183,167 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 183,092 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 182,850 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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P688 TRP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 101,280 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 P688 TRP, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was P688 TRP registered?

P688 TRP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P688 TRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P688 TRP shows 5 tests 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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