MOT Status
ValidMileage
196,713 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes are coated in a type of underseal (1.1.11 (c))
Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes are coated in a type of underseal (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Front suspension height slightly high and leans to one side
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Coolant leak
Front suspension height slightly high
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?
Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VEG 8X is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 112,152 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 VEG 8X, 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 40 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 VEG 8X?
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What year was VEG 8X registered?
VEG 8X is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 14 January 1986.
Is VEG 8X safe to buy?
The MOT history for VEG 8X shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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