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SL 9230

1964 Mercedes-benz 230

Cream Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,395 mi
Last recorded50,395 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1964 Mercedes-benz 23048,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL 9230
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1964
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 50,395 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 50,342 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 50,286 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 50,234 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 50,175 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 50,009 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 49,740 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 49,539 miles

Oil leak

slight play in steering box

Fail 2 Sep 2008 49,539 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

slight play in steering box

Pass 28 Aug 2007 49,154 miles

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Fail 23 Aug 2007 49,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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SL 9230 is a 1964 Mercedes-benz 230 in Cream with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1964 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 48,111 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 SL 9230, 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 62 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SL 9230?

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What year was SL 9230 registered?

SL 9230 is a 1964 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 May 1964.

Is SL 9230 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL 9230 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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