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J866 RJC

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Grey Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

169,203 mi
Last recorded169,203 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ866 RJC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 169,203 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2025 169,200 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 168,454 miles

all brake pipes covered in grease

both front brake hoses slightly perished

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2019 168,412 miles

all brake pipes greased

front brake pipes slightly corroded cleaned and greased

front tyres slightly cracked between treads

frontb and rear brake flexi pipes slightly perished

fuel cap seal slightly perished

rear brake discs corroded slightly

slight play on n/s front wheel bearing

Pass 8 Jun 2018 168,388 miles

Both front anti roll bar link rubber bushes have slight play

Nearside front wheel bearing has very slight play

Offside rear brake disc slightly corroded on edge

Pass 24 Jan 2017 168,235 miles

Rear brake pads over 50% worn

Fail 24 Jan 2017 168,235 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake pads over 50% worn

Pass 26 Jan 2016 166,806 miles

all brake pipes greased

rear brake pads over 50% worn

Pass 26 Jan 2015 165,241 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 165,227 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 165,210 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 165,204 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 165,046 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 164,998 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

offside front coil spring upper mounting area corroding

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

rear silencer mounting perishing

various brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

Fail 26 Feb 2009 164,931 miles

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

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front coil spring upper mounting area corroding

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

rear silencer mounting perishing

various brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

Pass 21 Jun 2007 154,792 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 154,791 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 May 2006 153,304 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

wiper blades smearing

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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J866 RJC is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Grey with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J866 RJC, 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.

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What year was J866 RJC registered?

J866 RJC is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 6 April 1992.

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