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P897 WGF

1997 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,780 mi
Last recorded51,780 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 230101,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP897 WGF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 51,780 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

o/s/r & n/s/r flexi rubber brake pipes just starting to perish

Pass 6 Aug 2020 51,685 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

o side and n side rear brake hoses are starting to perish

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2019 51,165 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 50,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 49,213 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 49,213 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 47,889 miles

center stop lamp not working

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 28 Jul 2014 47,129 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 45,930 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 45,930 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 43,483 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

offside front tyre slight buldge

Pass 2 Aug 2011 43,483 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre slight buldge

Pass 4 Aug 2009 39,945 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

wiper blade starting to wear

Pass 15 Aug 2008 37,822 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 35,100 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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P897 WGF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P897 WGF, 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 P897 WGF registered?

P897 WGF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is P897 WGF safe to buy?

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