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K656 XDB

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,453 mi
Last recorded149,453 miles
Recorded on2 May 2009
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK656 XDB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2009 149,453 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 142,990 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2007 139,014 miles

barke pipe leading to comperstert vauvle rusrt

nsf wheel bearing has slight play in it

rear number plate spilt but secu er

Fail 2 Feb 2007 139,014 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

brake pipe leading to compensator valve rusty

rear number plate cracked but secure

Pass 31 Jan 2006 126,943 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2006 126,924 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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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K656 XDB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K656 XDB, 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 K656 XDB registered?

K656 XDB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 4 December 1992.

Is K656 XDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K656 XDB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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