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J509 LMW

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Gold Petrol 2297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,926 mi
Last recorded52,926 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ509 LMW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,297cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 52,926 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 52,642 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 52,637 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 52,590 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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J509 LMW is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Gold with a 2,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J509 LMW, 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 J509 LMW registered?

J509 LMW is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J509 LMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J509 LMW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J509 LMW have outstanding finance?

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