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R579 HVX

1997 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2009
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,041 mi
Last recorded72,041 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 230101,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR579 HVX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2008 72,041 miles

n/s/f head light slightly faded

Fail 15 Jul 2008 72,041 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f head light slightly faded

Pass 19 May 2007 61,659 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 60,768 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2005 56,400 miles
Pass 25 May 2005 58,263 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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R579 HVX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R579 HVX, 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 R579 HVX registered?

R579 HVX is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R579 HVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R579 HVX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R579 HVX have outstanding finance?

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