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J99 ANT

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

132,992 mi
Last recorded132,992 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ99 ANT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 132,992 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 132,955 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 131,662 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 131,628 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 130,589 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 128,761 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 126,913 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 123,695 miles

nearside front antiroll bar mounting worn

Pass 27 May 2015 122,276 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 120,009 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 118,176 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2013 118,176 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 117,054 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 109,634 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 107,712 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 105,169 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2008 105,169 miles

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 101,743 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 97,754 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 94,767 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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J99 ANT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 J99 ANT, 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 J99 ANT registered?

J99 ANT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 23 March 1992.

Is J99 ANT safe to buy?

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