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K566 PDL

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

132,569 mi
Last recorded132,569 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK566 PDL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2019 132,569 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 130,722 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

fuel filler cap seal perished

rear exhaust rubber hanger missing(1 of 2) remaining rubber perished/split

under trays and sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 28 Jul 2017 128,753 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

undertray fitted.

Pass 4 Aug 2016 128,876 miles

Centre exhaust box tatty/rusty

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 124,902 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 124,902 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 123,073 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 3 Aug 2013 120,917 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 117,927 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 114,278 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2011 114,183 miles

Offside Front Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 109,191 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 109,036 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 108,507 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 105,451 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 101,355 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 98,489 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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K566 PDL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 K566 PDL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K566 PDL registered?

K566 PDL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 5 August 1992.

Is K566 PDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K566 PDL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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