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J7 FJP

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

131,472 mi
Last recorded131,472 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ7 FJP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 131,472 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 129,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 122,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 115,142 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 109,358 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 105,517 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 102,040 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 97,861 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 97,733 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 97,730 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear feed (at rear) (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2016 96,692 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 95,479 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 94,688 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 93,481 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 92,510 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 90,552 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 88,376 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 86,459 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 85,588 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 83,738 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 82,420 miles

cat heat shield rattles

rear brake pipe going into junction box rusty

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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J7 FJP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 J7 FJP, 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 J7 FJP registered?

J7 FJP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J7 FJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J7 FJP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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