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K737 LNJ

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Grey Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

201,108 mi
Last recorded201,108 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2009
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK737 LNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2009 201,108 miles

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

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

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

all brake pipe becoming corroded

brake pad warning light on

front brakes pads wearing very thin

rear rubber exhaust mount heavly cracked

suspention hydrualic pipes very corroded

Fail 26 Aug 2009 201,108 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

all brake pipe becoming corroded

brake pad warning light on

front brakes pads wearing very thin

rear rubber exhaust mount heavly cracked

suspention hydrualic pipes very corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2008 191,382 miles

Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 189,394 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 168,625 miles

replace front registration plate soon, (minor damage).

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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K737 LNJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Grey with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K737 LNJ, 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 K737 LNJ registered?

K737 LNJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 25 September 1992.

Is K737 LNJ safe to buy?

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