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K310 UEL

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

169,728 mi
Last recorded169,728 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2009
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK310 UEL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2009 169,728 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

offside front wing rusty

Pass 18 Aug 2009 169,728 miles

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

offside front wing rusty

Fail 19 Aug 2008 166,314 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

offside front wing rusty

Pass 19 Aug 2008 166,314 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

offside front wing rusty

Pass 11 Oct 2007 164,266 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

slight play in steering mechanism

Fail 11 Oct 2007 164,266 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in steering mechanism

Pass 15 Sep 2006 156,199 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2005 153,334 miles

Nearside Front 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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K310 UEL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 K310 UEL, 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 K310 UEL registered?

K310 UEL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 6 August 1992.

Is K310 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K310 UEL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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