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B2 OBS

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,038 mi
Last recorded105,038 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2015
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 OBS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2015 105,038 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 103,359 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 101,126 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 101,126 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 99,488 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 97,226 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 94,782 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 94,782 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 92,695 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 89,999 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 85,732 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 83,984 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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B2 OBS is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B2 OBS, 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 B2 OBS?

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What year was B2 OBS registered?

B2 OBS is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 29 January 1992.

Is B2 OBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 OBS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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