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J636 MVV

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,662 mi
Last recorded145,662 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2011
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ636 MVV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2011 145,662 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 143,183 miles

Centre exhaust heat sheild loose

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

OSF brake discs slightly corroded on outside face

Slight corrosion on NSR brake pipe

Pass 26 Feb 2010 143,183 miles

Centre exhaust heat sheild loose

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

OSF brake discs slightly corroded on outside face

Slight corrosion on NSR brake pipe

Pass 29 May 2008 141,131 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

stering box oily, no visible leak

Fail 29 May 2008 141,131 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

stering box oily, no visible leak

Pass 22 May 2007 139,978 miles

fuel pipe is rusty

Pass 31 May 2006 131,285 miles

slight blow on rear exhaust pipe

slight damage to front no. plate

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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J636 MVV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J636 MVV, 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 J636 MVV registered?

J636 MVV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J636 MVV safe to buy?

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