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K205 FRE

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

196,258 mi
Last recorded196,258 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK205 FRE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2017 196,258 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

some underside surface rust

Pass 24 Nov 2016 195,201 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Oil leak rear diff ()

some underside surface rust

Pass 25 Nov 2015 189,895 miles

oil leak

some underside surface rust

Pass 28 Nov 2014 189,245 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 183,911 miles

some surface underbody rust

Pass 20 Jan 2012 180,820 miles

surface rust evident underbody, brakes, steering & suspension parts

Pass 17 Dec 2010 178,854 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 176,343 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 173,098 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight exhaust blow

Pass 16 Jan 2006 165,292 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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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