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XOC 855T

1978 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

113,627 mi
Last recorded113,627 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 23087,142 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOC 855T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 113,627 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 113,623 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 113,623 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 113,517 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Dec 2011 113,517 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 112,513 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 112,513 miles

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

Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 108,966 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 108,966 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 106,182 miles

hand brake efficiency passed marginally.

lower bumper front coroded.

Fail 30 Jan 2008 106,176 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front panel corroded

offside rear outer sill corroded but not excessive within 12" rear subframe mount

unable to see front brakes to assess condition

Pass 30 Jan 2007 105,049 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 103,985 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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XOC 855T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 XOC 855T, 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

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What year was XOC 855T registered?

XOC 855T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 16 November 1978.

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The MOT history for XOC 855T shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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