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TRX 343D

2008 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,481 mi
Last recorded18,481 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRX 343D
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 18,481 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 14,570 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 14,570 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 14,371 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 14,190 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 14,023 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 13,698 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 13,405 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 12,814 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 12,380 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 11,651 miles

near side front king pin slight lift

Fail 9 Mar 2009 11,651 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

near side front king pin slight lift

Pass 9 Apr 2008 9,878 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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TRX 343D is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TRX 343D, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TRX 343D registered?

TRX 343D is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is TRX 343D safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRX 343D shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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