MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : Mercedes-Benz : 230 : 1984

Mercedes-Benz 230 1984

Tests: 73

Pass rate: 65.75%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting.5.3.6(a)(i)Major24%
2Binding brake.1.2.1(f)Major16%
3Emissions levels exceed default limits.8.2.1.2(b)Major16%
4Suspension joint dust cover missing or ineffective.5.3.4(b)(ii)Major16%
5Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid.3.5(a)Major12%
6Exhaust system leaking or insecure.6.1.2(a)Major8%
7Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at mounting points.6.2.2(d)(i)Major8%
8Brakes out of balance across an axle.1.2.1(b)(i)Major8%
9Wiper not operating, or missing.3.4(a)Major8%
10Number plate does not conform to requirements.0.1(d)Major8%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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