MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
130,013 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamps have mist
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Headlamps have mist
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Hazard warning lamps not fitted (4.4.1 (d))
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear all suspension arms chassis and under body corroded
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?
Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RFZ 5269 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 72,630 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 RFZ 5269, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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What year was RFZ 5269 registered?
RFZ 5269 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 26 May 2005.
Is RFZ 5269 safe to buy?
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