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J536 ODH

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Green Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

179,376 mi
Last recorded179,376 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2022
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ536 ODH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2022 179,376 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

n/s/f o/s/r n/s/r coil spring corroded

Fail 1 Aug 2022 179,372 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

n/s/f o/s/r n/s/r coil spring corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2016 176,124 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 174,776 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 169,928 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 161,905 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 155,945 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 150,008 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 150,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 143,736 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 135,148 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 129,652 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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J536 ODH is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 J536 ODH, 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 J536 ODH registered?

J536 ODH is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J536 ODH safe to buy?

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