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K308 WKE

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

128,594 mi
Last recorded128,594 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK308 WKE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 128,594 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 124,349 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 124,180 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 124,160 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded corroded at flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded corroded at flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust section holed (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure rear exhaust mount broken on back box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both front bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear corrosion around n/s/r upper shocker mounting

Pass 26 Mar 2019 123,877 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 122,542 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 120,987 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 120,667 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 120,214 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 119,238 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 117,067 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Oct 2011 114,321 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 112,325 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 109,825 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 107,724 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 105,474 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 102,527 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 100,407 miles

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

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

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

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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K308 WKE is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 K308 WKE, 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 K308 WKE registered?

K308 WKE is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K308 WKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K308 WKE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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