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J217 BKS

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,145 mi
Last recorded76,145 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ217 BKS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021 76,145 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 74,877 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 73,468 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 71,954 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 71,253 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 66,960 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 61,755 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 61,752 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 44,198 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 44,189 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

battery insecure

Pass 30 Jan 2012 44,189 miles

battery insecure

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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J217 BKS is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J217 BKS, 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 J217 BKS?

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What year was J217 BKS registered?

J217 BKS is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J217 BKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J217 BKS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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