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K763 EYL

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

153,136 mi
Last recorded153,136 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK763 EYL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 153,136 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 153,136 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2025 152,547 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides slight rusty and worn (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 151,600 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has slight play inner ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 150,893 miles

o/s inner track rod end has slight play

Pass 29 Mar 2022 150,129 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 149,715 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 148,800 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 148,243 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 148,037 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Mar 2017 147,605 miles

both rear flexy brake hoses slightly deteriorated

engine has slight oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2016 146,896 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 146,007 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 143,649 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 141,300 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 139,517 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 138,392 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 136,751 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 134,485 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 132,393 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 128,742 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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K763 EYL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 K763 EYL, 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 K763 EYL registered?

K763 EYL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 7 October 1992.

Is K763 EYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K763 EYL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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