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J260 DCD

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

80,045 mi
Last recorded80,045 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ260 DCD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2023 80,045 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

general corrosion

Pass 3 Jun 2021 79,463 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 79,463 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 79,443 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 78,073 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 178,578 miles

Nearside Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2012 177,640 miles

Oil leak

nearside and offside rear wheel arches rusty

off side front floor been welded

outer cover sillsfitted

rear centre brake pipe rusty

rear exhaust box and pipe rusty

slight play nearside front steering arm

Fail 8 Sep 2012 177,638 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

brake fulid 1/2 way beteen high and low

nearside and offside rear wheel arches rusty

offside front floor hold and rusty

outer cover sillsfitted

rear centre brake pipe rusty

rear exhaust box and pipe rusty

slight play nearside front steering arm

Pass 28 Oct 2010 167,339 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 154,912 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 145,244 miles

hand brake lever (slight travel) requires future attension

Pass 21 Sep 2007 135,788 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 135,699 miles

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

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Fail 17 Aug 2006 126,762 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 126,762 miles

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

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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J260 DCD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J260 DCD, 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.

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J260 DCD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 16 January 1992.

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