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K722 RLA

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

178,036 mi
Last recorded178,036 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK722 RLA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 178,036 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All brake hoses (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All brake hoses (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play NS and OS (2.5.A.3c)

NSF floor corroded

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Some front and rear underside suspension, braking and steering components corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2015 169,310 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 19 Jul 2014 167,594 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 167,594 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 167,371 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 167,371 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 167,352 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 165,077 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 165,077 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 162,953 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 161,476 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 157,931 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 157,931 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 154,604 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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K722 RLA is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 K722 RLA, 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 K722 RLA registered?

K722 RLA is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 18 November 1992.

Is K722 RLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K722 RLA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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