MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
196,258 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
some underside surface rust
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
Oil leak rear diff ()
some underside surface rust
oil leak
some underside surface rust
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
some underside surface rust
some surface underbody rust
surface rust evident underbody, brakes, steering & suspension parts
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
slight exhaust blow
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?
Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.
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K205 FRE is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 K205 FRE, 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 K205 FRE registered?
K205 FRE is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 August 1992.
Is K205 FRE safe to buy?
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