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TUU 70

1965 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2306cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,223 mi
Last recorded16,223 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz 23043,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUU 70
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,306cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 16,223 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 16,223 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 17,168 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 17,141 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 17,112 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 16,975 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 16,878 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 16,092 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 16,054 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 15,598 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 15,544 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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TUU 70 is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 43,549 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 TUU 70, 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 61 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 TUU 70?

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What year was TUU 70 registered?

TUU 70 is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 20 August 1965.

Is TUU 70 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUU 70 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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