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K906 KUF

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

195,964 mi
Last recorded195,964 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK906 KUF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 195,964 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 193,683 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 191,270 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 187,839 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 182,635 miles

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 172,952 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 171,911 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2018 165,099 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 156,585 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both the front tyres are worn on the outer edge

corrosion to all the coil springs

corrosion to both the front inner wings

corrosion to the body

corrosion to the n/s inner wing within 30 cm of the ABS unit

fuel cap rubber is perishing

rear exhaust mount perishing

slight corrosion to the rear metal brake pipes

Fail 9 Nov 2017 156,585 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both the front tyres are worn on the outer edge

corrosion to all the coil springs

corrosion to both the front inner wings

corrosion to the body

corrosion to the n/s inner wing within 30 cm of the ABS unit

fuel cap rubber is perishing

rear exhaust mount perishing

slight corrosion to the rear metal brake pipes

Pass 9 Nov 2016 149,560 miles

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

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

Rear oil leak

Fail 9 Nov 2016 149,560 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Rear oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2015 140,127 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 132,185 miles

Exhaust Heatshield Loose

N/S/F Tyre Worn Outer Edge

Fail 20 Nov 2014 132,185 miles

Exhaust Heatshield Loose

N/S/F Tyre Worn Outer Edge

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 128,874 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 124,638 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 120,320 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 115,891 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 112,470 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2008 109,780 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 106,014 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 102,115 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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K906 KUF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 K906 KUF, 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

How do I check the history of K906 KUF?

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What year was K906 KUF registered?

K906 KUF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 12 August 1992.

Is K906 KUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K906 KUF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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