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SVR 912W

1980 Mercedes-benz 230

Yellow Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,213 mi
Last recorded88,213 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 23098,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVR 912W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 88,213 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine/under covers

headlamp lenses slightly dull

Pass 26 Apr 2014 87,706 miles

Oil leak

general rust under the vehicle

Pass 26 Apr 2013 87,500 miles

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

Oil leak

genaral rust under car

Pass 19 Apr 2011 87,464 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 87,464 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 87,464 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 87,464 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

front valance corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2008 87,501 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 87,466 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

surface corrosoin evident on front valance

Fail 28 Jun 2007 87,464 miles

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

surface corrosion front valance

Pass 20 Jul 2006 87,462 miles

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

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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SVR 912W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230 in Yellow with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 SVR 912W, 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

How do I check the history of SVR 912W?

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What year was SVR 912W registered?

SVR 912W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is SVR 912W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVR 912W 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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