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K50 KEW

1992 Mercedes-benz 320

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

61,954 mi
Last recorded61,954 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 320130,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK50 KEW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 61,954 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 61,769 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides and dust cover slightly deteriorated (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 60,908 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 58,820 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 58,760 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 58,760 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 58,691 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 58,686 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 55,419 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 55,419 miles

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

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 55,418 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2012 54,768 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2012 54,768 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 52,682 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 50,175 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 47,057 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 43,361 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 39,678 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 34,543 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 33,517 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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K50 KEW is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 130,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K50 KEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K50 KEW registered?

K50 KEW is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 3 December 1992.

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