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K144 PGJ

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,121 mi
Last recorded134,121 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2010
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK144 PGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2010 134,121 miles

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear metal brake pipes going rusty

front anti roll bar bushes

nearside inner trackrod end very slight play

offside headlight holed

rear subframe front mounting rubbers slight movement

slight damping around power steering box

very slight play nearside front hub

Fail 4 Aug 2010 134,119 miles

coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

rear subframe front mounting rubbers slight movement

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear metal brake pipes going rusty

front anti roll bar bushes

nearside inner trackrod end very slight play

offside headlight holed

slight damping around power steering box

very slight play nearside front hub

Pass 22 Jul 2009 131,352 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear metal brake pipes rusty reccomend attention soon

brake pad warning light on and flashing

oil leak engine

Fail 22 Jul 2009 131,350 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear metal brake pipes rusty reccomend attention soon

brake pad warning light on and flashing

oil leak engine

Pass 17 Jul 2008 127,397 miles

Oil leak

advise exhaust heatshield secured by jubilee clip

Pass 25 Jul 2007 123,312 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 117,804 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 111,571 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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K144 PGJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K144 PGJ, 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 K144 PGJ registered?

K144 PGJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K144 PGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K144 PGJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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