1984 Mercedes 230 2.3L Petrol · NP 1273

The 1984 Mercedes-Benz 230 maintains a highly stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a perfect record of passes across its last five inspections. The most recent test in October 2024 passed with no recorded defects, suggesting that the vehicle has been well-maintained and continues to meet safety standards without immediate mechanical or structural failures in the last several years. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 42-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,887 miles per year. There is a notable period of low usage between 2019 and 2022, where the car covered only 185 miles in three years. However, the recent increase in activity is visible between 2022 and 2024, with 2,478 miles recorded between tests, indicating the car is currently being used regularly rather than sitting for long periods. While the MOT history shows no faults, a buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of areas common to low-mileage, aging classics. Particular attention should be paid to rubber components such as suspension bushings, hoses, and fuel lines, which can perish and crack over time irrespective of distance driven. Additionally, the buyer should check for structural rust in the wheel arches and floor pans, and ensure brake calipers are not seized from the previous periods of inactivity.