1983 Mercedes-Benz C 2.7L Petrol · 589 AVF
1983 Mercedes-Benz C (2.7L, petrol). First registered 30 Dec 1983. Recorded mileage 63,871 miles. MOT expired on 08 Jul 2024.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 1983
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,871 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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589 AVF Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/07/2023
- 63,871 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
589 AVF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1983 Mercedes-Benz C (589 AVF) between May 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 July 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
589 AVF Mileage History
- 16/05/202263,323 mi
- 06/07/202263,326 mi+3 mi
- 10/07/202363,871 mi+545 mi
- 10/07/202363,871 mi
Average of roughly 476 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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