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K93 UPL

1992 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

146,907 mi
Last recorded146,907 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 230131,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK93 UPL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 146,907 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 146,784 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 135,518 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 128,639 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 128,626 miles

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2023 124,562 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 123,553 miles

Both front wing's have been taped

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2022 123,518 miles

Fuel pipe leaking pipe coming of rear fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 122,995 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 121,923 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 120,441 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 120,072 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 118,439 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 118,191 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 115,737 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 115,294 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 113,766 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 112,401 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 111,742 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 111,402 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 110,396 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 108,003 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 108,003 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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K93 UPL 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 82.6%.

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 K93 UPL, 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 K93 UPL registered?

K93 UPL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 21 August 1992.

Is K93 UPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K93 UPL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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