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J97 JPN

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

161,810 mi
Last recorded161,810 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ97 JPN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 161,810 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2026 161,810 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 161,252 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 159,358 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 154,723 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 150,939 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 150,901 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating 50kg (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative will not stay engaged to hold fog light on (4.5.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2020 149,227 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2020 149,227 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 143,514 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 134,298 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all four (3.6.B.4d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center box (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 126,649 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front subframe corroded

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear inner wheel arches corroded

Rear suspension pipes corroded

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 126,632 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front subframe corroded

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear inner wheel arches corroded

Rear suspension pipes corroded

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2014 126,096 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 122,171 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 117,234 miles

body corrosion nearside front wing

Pass 26 May 2011 112,296 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 107,501 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 103,703 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 99,294 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 95,620 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 91,095 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 24 May 2006 91,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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J97 JPN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 J97 JPN, 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 J97 JPN registered?

J97 JPN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 24 April 1992.

Is J97 JPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J97 JPN shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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