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J641 EGJ

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,842 mi
Last recorded85,842 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ641 EGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 85,842 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 83,537 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 82,534 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 81,972 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 80,872 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 80,373 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 80,068 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2020 80,068 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 78,509 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 77,848 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 77,251 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 76,850 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 75,980 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 74,753 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 72,958 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 70,424 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 67,524 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 63,040 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 59,813 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 59,813 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 57,398 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 55,253 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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J641 EGJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J641 EGJ, 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 J641 EGJ registered?

J641 EGJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 17 January 1992.

Is J641 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J641 EGJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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