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B20 JAP

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

119,542 mi
Last recorded119,542 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB20 JAP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 119,542 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 119,391 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 118,705 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 118,705 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 118,103 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 117,313 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 116,142 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 114,916 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 113,662 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 112,705 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 111,537 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 109,923 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 108,095 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 105,598 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 103,336 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 99,394 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 96,043 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?

Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,918
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
8,576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,934
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,276
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,500
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,463
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B20 JAP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 131,354 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 230 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B20 JAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 230 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B20 JAP?

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What year was B20 JAP registered?

B20 JAP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is B20 JAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B20 JAP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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