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PHD 884X

1981 Mercedes-benz 230

Cream Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

80,857 mi
Last recorded80,857 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 230117,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHD 884X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1981
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2021 80,857 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 79,941 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 78,168 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 78,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 75,933 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2011 74,224 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Jun 2011 74,224 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 12 May 2009 71,968 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 66,819 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 60,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 May 2007 60,347 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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PHD 884X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230 in Cream with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 PHD 884X, 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

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What year was PHD 884X registered?

PHD 884X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is PHD 884X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHD 884X shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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