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J3 LTF

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

129,787 mi
Last recorded129,787 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 LTF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 129,787 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 129,400 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 129,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 129,078 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 126,164 miles

Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 120,675 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 116,944 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 111,493 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 106,115 miles

Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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J3 LTF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J3 LTF, 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

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What year was J3 LTF registered?

J3 LTF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 9 January 1992.

Is J3 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 LTF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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