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SIB 8911

1993 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

144,656 mi
Last recorded144,656 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2008
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 230142,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIB 8911
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2008 144,656 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 144,656 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 141,724 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 138,646 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 138,646 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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SIB 8911 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 142,516 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 SIB 8911, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SIB 8911?

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What year was SIB 8911 registered?

SIB 8911 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is SIB 8911 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIB 8911 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SIB 8911 have outstanding finance?

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