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K163 YCP

1992 Mercedes-benz 320

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

35,955 mi
Last recorded35,955 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 320130,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK163 YCP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 35,955 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2026 35,947 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 33,459 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 30,297 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 30,199 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 28,563 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 27,871 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 27,871 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 26,580 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 26,559 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 26,543 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Apr 2016 26,533 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 26,422 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 26,295 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 26,288 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 26,199 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 26,199 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 26,000 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 26,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 25,641 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 19 Nov 2008 25,016 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 24,512 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 24,018 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 23,386 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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K163 YCP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 320 in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 130,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K163 YCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K163 YCP registered?

K163 YCP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 13 November 1992.

Is K163 YCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K163 YCP shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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