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K407 VKP

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

140,319 mi
Last recorded140,319 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK407 VKP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 140,319 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front to rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 140,131 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 138,325 miles

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 136,415 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 133,219 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 133,218 miles

Offside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 10 Oct 2012 131,604 miles

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

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

steering has slight play at fixings/joints

Pass 10 Oct 2012 131,604 miles

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

steering has slight play at fixings/joints

Pass 18 Oct 2011 130,357 miles

Oil leak

steering idler has slight play

Pass 18 Oct 2010 127,549 miles

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

Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 127,002 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

under vehicle structure slightly corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2008 123,113 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 117,560 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 112,694 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 105,880 miles

corrosion to o/s/f inner wing behind h/light

slight play in steering box

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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K407 VKP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K407 VKP, 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 K407 VKP registered?

K407 VKP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 September 1992.

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