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K302 MGN

1993 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

184,700 mi
Last recorded184,700 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 230142,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK302 MGN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 184,700 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 184,642 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 May 2024 184,115 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 181,590 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 180,247 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 179,795 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 179,583 miles

front wings rusty

Fail 21 Mar 2017 179,583 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

front wings rusty

Pass 5 Mar 2014 176,939 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 172,007 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 166,148 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 161,228 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 155,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 149,673 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 144,141 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 138,305 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 129,568 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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K302 MGN is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 142,516 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 K302 MGN, 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 33 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 K302 MGN registered?

K302 MGN is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 25 January 1993.

Is K302 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K302 MGN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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