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S983 KEP

1997 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,122 mi
Last recorded107,122 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 230101,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS983 KEP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2008 107,122 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 103,777 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 94,478 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 94,478 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2005 80,508 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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S983 KEP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 S983 KEP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S983 KEP registered?

S983 KEP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S983 KEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S983 KEP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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