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J921 LPV

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

202,833 mi
Last recorded202,833 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ921 LPV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 202,833 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 202,829 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 202,222 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 201,095 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 200,018 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 198,127 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 195,700 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 193,096 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 190,346 miles

Nearside front tyre has shallow cut to outer side wall, no cords visible.

Pass 13 Jan 2015 187,023 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 183,785 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 180,245 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 177,587 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 174,967 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 174,967 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 171,525 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 168,939 miles

Rear brake flexi hose ferrules beginning to corrode.

Pass 28 Jan 2008 165,293 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 161,382 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 158,071 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 158,071 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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J921 LPV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 J921 LPV, 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 J921 LPV?

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What year was J921 LPV registered?

J921 LPV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 14 January 1992.

Is J921 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J921 LPV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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