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J830 RPK

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,919 mi
Last recorded176,919 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2013
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ830 RPK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2013 176,919 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 170,258 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 170,253 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 157,737 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 146,636 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 140,195 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 140,195 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 135,228 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 2 Feb 2008 135,228 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 124,430 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 122,024 miles

advise front no plate

advise( footbrake )hand/brake

Fail 24 Jan 2006 121,865 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

ADVISE FRONT No PLATE

ADVISE FRONT WIPER

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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J830 RPK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 J830 RPK, 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 J830 RPK registered?

J830 RPK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 24 January 1992.

Is J830 RPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J830 RPK shows 12 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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