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J379 NLM

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Grey Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

140,085 mi
Last recorded140,085 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ379 NLM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 140,085 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Vehicle Under Carriage Corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 140,067 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by ns hose (1.1.11 (c))

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Fail 14 Oct 2021 140,063 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by ns hose (1.1.11 (c))

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 23 Mar 2018 138,698 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 23 Mar 2018 138,698 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 138,638 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 137,700 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 137,700 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 26 Aug 2014 133,903 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 133,903 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 131,334 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 128,881 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 126,548 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 126,548 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 125,290 miles

o/s/f amd o/s/r tyres outer wall cracking

Fail 20 Aug 2010 125,290 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

o/s/f amd o/s/r tyres outer wall cracking

Pass 28 Aug 2009 122,352 miles

All 4 tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 27 Aug 2008 117,358 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 117,387 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 109,577 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 106,333 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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J379 NLM is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Grey with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J379 NLM, 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 J379 NLM registered?

J379 NLM is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J379 NLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J379 NLM shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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