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K741 EEP

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,110 mi
Last recorded16,110 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK741 EEP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 16,110 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 15,336 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 14,887 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 13,496 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 12,734 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 12,699 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 11,945 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 11,280 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 10,576 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 9,981 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 9,615 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 9,461 miles

ALL TYRES OUTER WALLS PERISHED

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 9,190 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all 4 tyres walls are perished

Pass 22 Sep 2009 8,752 miles

all 4 tyres walls showing signs of cracks

Pass 17 Sep 2008 8,300 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 8,300 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 7,806 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 7,634 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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K741 EEP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 K741 EEP, 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 K741 EEP registered?

K741 EEP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K741 EEP safe to buy?

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