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J508 MKO

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

195,024 mi
Last recorded195,024 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2010
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ508 MKO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2010 195,024 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Slight corrosion to offside rear wheel arch

Slight play in steering idler

Fail 14 Sep 2010 194,972 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Slight corrosion to offside rear wheel arch

Slight play in steering idler

Pass 8 Sep 2009 180,403 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 180,402 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2008 166,055 miles

Offside rear tyre ON the legal limit

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 151,852 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 151,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 137,540 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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J508 MKO is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 J508 MKO, 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 J508 MKO registered?

J508 MKO is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 4 January 1992.

Is J508 MKO safe to buy?

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