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V251 FEU

1999 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,111 mi
Last recorded105,111 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2011
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 23086,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV251 FEU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2011 105,111 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 105,111 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 100,469 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 93,228 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 93,228 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 87,384 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 82,205 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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V251 FEU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 86,408 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V251 FEU, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V251 FEU?

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What year was V251 FEU registered?

V251 FEU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V251 FEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V251 FEU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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