1983 Mercedes C 2.3L Petrol · HBA 511Y
1983 Mercedes C (2.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 1983. Recorded mileage 181,770 km. MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES C
- Year / Origin
- 1983 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Odometer
- 181,770 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HBA 511Y Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/11/2022
- 181,770 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
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HBA 511Y MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1983 Mercedes C (HBA 511Y) between October 2021 and November 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 November 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
HBA 511Y Odometer History
- 21/10/2021179,422 km
- 21/10/2021179,422 km
- 17/11/2022181,770 km+2,348 km
Average of roughly 2,188 km per year across 3 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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