1989 MERCEDES 2302.3L PETROL

The most recent MOT entry for this 1989 Mercedes 230 is from 2010, over 16 years ago, with no subsequent records. This absence of recent testing raises significant concerns, as it means there is no evidence of the vehicle’s condition in the last decade. The last recorded MOT on 2010-03-25 showed no defects, but the prior test on 2010-03-24 revealed two critical failures: fractured nearside and offside front coil springs. These defects would have required immediate repair to maintain safe handling and structural integrity. The 2009 MOT highlighted multiple issues, including a minor exhaust leak, corroded rear coil springs, a damaged nearside rear shock absorber, and a cut tyre side wall. While some of these may have been addressed by 2010, the recurrence of suspension-related problems (coil springs and shock absorbers) suggests potential underlying weaknesses in the vehicle’s chassis or load-bearing components. The 2007 and 2008 MOTs were clean, but this does not offset the later failures. The vehicle’s mileage of 116,301 miles over 37 years equates to roughly 3,143 miles per year, which is unusually low. This could indicate infrequent use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which may contribute to component degradation (e.g., corrosion, seal failure, or stiff suspension). However, the lack of recent MOT data means there is no evidence to confirm whether the vehicle has been maintained or if new issues have emerged.