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WKM 810S

1978 Mercedes-benz 230

Cream Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,034 mi
Last recorded101,034 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 23087,142 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKM 810S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1978
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2018 101,034 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 100,570 miles

Offside Front Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 100,301 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 99,933 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 99,309 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 98,890 miles

Centre prop-shaft bearing mounting rubber perished/split

Intermittant fault on offside door-catch (outer)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside rear tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 98,311 miles

Nearside rear tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

Pass 5 Aug 2011 97,231 miles

Slight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 23 Jul 2010 95,975 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 95,474 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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WKM 810S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 230 in Cream with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 87,142 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 WKM 810S, 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 48 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 WKM 810S?

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What year was WKM 810S registered?

WKM 810S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 20 January 1978.

Is WKM 810S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKM 810S shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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