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UPR 556

1979 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,429 mi
Last recorded158,429 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 230102,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPR 556
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2013 158,429 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 158,422 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 158,400 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 158,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 158,390 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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UPR 556 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 102,936 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 UPR 556, 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 47 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 UPR 556?

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What year was UPR 556 registered?

UPR 556 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 10 October 1979.

Is UPR 556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPR 556 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UPR 556 have outstanding finance?

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