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J30 OSB

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

204,695 mi
Last recorded204,695 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ30 OSB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Dec 2022 204,695 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 204,560 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2021 204,560 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 204,089 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 201,545 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 201,532 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 201,454 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 201,076 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 201,076 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 200,396 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 199,172 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 199,138 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 199,103 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside parking brake cable cover split.

Pass 25 Sep 2009 144,311 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 144,271 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

OSF LOWER WISHBONE SHOWING SIGNS OF SEPARATION

Pass 30 Sep 2006 141,011 miles

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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J30 OSB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J30 OSB, 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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What year was J30 OSB registered?

J30 OSB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 8 May 1992.

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