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K202 JJS

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

131,981 mi
Last recorded131,981 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK202 JJS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 131,981 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play o/s n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 131,959 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play o/s n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2024 131,959 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play o/s n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high o/s n/s (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 131,702 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2014 130,986 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 130,492 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 129,174 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 127,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2007 114,322 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 103,485 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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K202 JJS is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 K202 JJS, 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 K202 JJS registered?

K202 JJS is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K202 JJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K202 JJS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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