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J64 KBD

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,466 mi
Last recorded179,466 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ64 KBD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 179,466 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 179,466 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 8 Jul 2015 178,089 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake pads worn low/front bushes squeeky/rear brake pipes corroding

Pass 26 Aug 2014 176,020 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 171,946 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 169,369 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 169,369 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 167,239 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 167,237 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 163,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 159,019 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 155,812 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 150,743 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 148,837 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 148,837 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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J64 KBD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J64 KBD, 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 J64 KBD registered?

J64 KBD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 15 January 1992.

Is J64 KBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J64 KBD shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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