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J407 PNF

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,322 mi
Last recorded94,322 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2010
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ407 PNF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2010 94,322 miles

front and rear subframe rusting

Pass 9 Feb 2009 93,292 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 93,292 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2008 92,373 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 90,906 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 89,445 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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J407 PNF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J407 PNF, 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 J407 PNF registered?

J407 PNF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 2 January 1992.

Is J407 PNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J407 PNF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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