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K436 PCD

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

200,190 mi
Last recorded200,190 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2014
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK436 PCD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2014 200,190 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 200,189 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2012 188,401 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 170,310 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 160,154 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2009 153,087 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 153,087 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 147,688 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 147,061 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 143,046 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 143,046 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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K436 PCD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 K436 PCD, 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 K436 PCD registered?

K436 PCD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is K436 PCD safe to buy?

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