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K31 CNB

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,289 mi
Last recorded87,289 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK31 CNB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 87,289 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2023 87,280 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working and offside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps and offside rear (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting wishbone anchorage area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 86,158 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded bothsides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2014 86,149 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 86,146 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 86,135 miles

under floor corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2012 83,528 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 79,658 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 70,227 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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K31 CNB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 K31 CNB, 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 K31 CNB registered?

K31 CNB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K31 CNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K31 CNB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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