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SAJ 338X

1980 Mercedes-benz 230

Yellow Petrol 2337cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

101,782 mi
Last recorded101,782 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 23098,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAJ 338X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,337cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 101,782 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 101,782 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 5 Feb 2021 101,770 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear boot floor corroded and holed

Offside Rear boot floor corroded and holed

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 100,626 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2020 100,589 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 98,743 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2018 96,470 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 94,687 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 94,687 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front fog light in-op

Pass 21 Jan 2016 91,969 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 91,962 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Jan 2015 90,550 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

L/h/f fog light in-op.

Pass 12 Jan 2015 90,550 miles

L/h/f fog light in-op.

Pass 14 Jan 2014 90,168 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 90,168 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 89,896 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 89,083 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 88,185 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 88,185 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 87,745 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 87,202 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 86,056 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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SAJ 338X is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 in Yellow with a 2,337cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 98,609 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 SAJ 338X, 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 46 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 SAJ 338X registered?

SAJ 338X is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is SAJ 338X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAJ 338X shows 22 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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