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K282 XFV

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Grey Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

142,592 mi
Last recorded142,592 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK282 XFV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2013 142,592 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

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

brake pedal rubber deteriorating

corrosion offside front inner wing

nearside front top suspension mounting deteriorated

prop-shaft coupling deteriorated

Fail 25 Jun 2013 142,592 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

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

brake pedal rubber deteriorating

corrosion offside front inner wing

nearside front top suspension mounting deteriorated

offside rear stop light not illuminating as bright as nearside, possibly incorrect bulb fitted.

prop-shaft coupling deteriorated

Pass 21 Jun 2012 139,847 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake pedal rubber deteriorating

corrosion to panel behind offside front headlight

nearside front top strut mount bush deteriorating

prop-shaft bearing deteriorated

rear seats folded down not allowing for full inspection of seatbelts and seats

Fail 19 Jun 2012 139,821 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake pedal rubber deteriorating

corrosion to panel behind offside front headlight

nearside front top strut mount bush deteriorating

prop-shaft bearing deteriorated

rear seats folded down not allowing for full inspection of seatbelts and seats

Pass 23 Jun 2011 136,663 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 132,892 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 128,845 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 125,390 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 122,008 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 112,101 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 112,101 miles

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

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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K282 XFV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Grey with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K282 XFV, 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 K282 XFV registered?

K282 XFV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 8 October 1992.

Is K282 XFV safe to buy?

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