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J4 DTD

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,494 mi
Last recorded73,494 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 DTD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 73,494 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 72,893 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 72,281 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2024 72,281 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 71,497 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 69,545 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 68,473 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 66,125 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 62,481 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 55,578 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 46,920 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 38,602 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 28,460 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 21,047 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 20,677 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 20,677 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 20,662 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)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 20,516 miles

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

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

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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J4 DTD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 J4 DTD, 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 J4 DTD registered?

J4 DTD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 April 1992.

Is J4 DTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J4 DTD shows 18 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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