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K377 NKB

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

107,168 mi
Last recorded107,168 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2011
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK377 NKB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2011 107,168 miles

n/s/f tyre worn close to legal limit

oil on o/s/f shock absorber

oil on steering damper

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2010 105,505 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 103,563 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2009 103,563 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 101,804 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Jan 2008 101,745 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 99,569 miles

Battery insecure

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

exhaust heat shield corroded.

front wiper blade worn.

Fail 4 Oct 2006 99,569 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

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

exhaust heat shield corroded.

front wiper blade worn.

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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K377 NKB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black 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 K377 NKB, 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 K377 NKB registered?

K377 NKB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K377 NKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K377 NKB 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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