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J408 NNV

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

187,248 mi
Last recorded187,248 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2011
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ408 NNV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2011 187,248 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

NEARSIDE BODY DAMAGED

Pass 29 Oct 2010 184,911 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 181,956 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 181,956 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 179,452 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

fuel pipes starting to rust

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

offside front tyre worn oninside edge

suspension pipes rusty

Fail 29 Oct 2008 179,452 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

fuel pipes starting to rust

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

offside front tyre worn oninside edge

suspension pipes rusty

Pass 23 Nov 2007 175,915 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 172,643 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 172,643 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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J408 NNV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 J408 NNV, 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 J408 NNV registered?

J408 NNV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 22 May 1992.

Is J408 NNV safe to buy?

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