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J792 LMR

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

198,307 mi
Last recorded198,307 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ792 LMR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2024 198,307 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 198,294 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 198,274 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 197,924 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 193,221 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 187,932 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 182,462 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 179,191 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 179,191 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 173,860 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 173,860 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 171,004 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 169,954 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 168,853 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 167,742 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 166,672 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 164,942 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 163,686 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 162,682 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 160,698 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 155,520 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 155,490 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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J792 LMR is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 J792 LMR, 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 J792 LMR registered?

J792 LMR is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 10 July 1992.

Is J792 LMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J792 LMR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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