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J872 LJL

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

64,595 mi
Last recorded64,595 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ872 LJL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 64,595 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 64,139 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 64,139 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 61,938 miles

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

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

o/s/front tyre showing age related cracking

Pass 19 Mar 2013 58,102 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 53,995 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 53,776 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 53,772 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 53,596 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 53,246 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 52,762 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 52,171 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 51,594 miles

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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J872 LJL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 J872 LJL, 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

How do I check the history of J872 LJL?

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What year was J872 LJL registered?

J872 LJL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 27 March 1992.

Is J872 LJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J872 LJL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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