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XDL 251T

1979 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,512 mi
Last recorded36,512 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 230102,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDL 251T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2013 36,512 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 36,512 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2012 35,828 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

rear dif slight oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2010 35,561 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 35,188 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 34,542 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 33,666 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

battery insecure

front brake friction linings 5mm in thickness

front number plate cracked

slight engine oil leak

Fail 1 Mar 2007 33,646 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front brake friction linings 5mm in thickness

front number plate cracked

slight engine oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2006 33,054 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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XDL 251T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XDL 251T, 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

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What year was XDL 251T registered?

XDL 251T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is XDL 251T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDL 251T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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