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K113 SKN

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

124,363 mi
Last recorded124,363 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK113 SKN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 124,363 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 122,170 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 9 May 2023 122,170 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 120,807 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 119,674 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 115,674 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 114,494 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 113,453 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 112,439 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 110,539 miles

All brake discs show slight rusting

Rear exhaust section in very poor condition and slightly leaking

Pass 19 Jan 2013 109,748 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 107,097 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 102,304 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 95,925 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 90,380 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 90,277 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 83,344 miles

both front brake flexy hoses starting to have some corrosion to metal ferrules

temp repiar has been made to exhaust system, front heat shield loose and rattling

Pass 24 Oct 2006 78,374 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 72,619 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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K113 SKN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 K113 SKN, 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 K113 SKN registered?

K113 SKN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 23 October 1992.

Is K113 SKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K113 SKN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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