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R492 BLE

1997 Mercedes-benz 230

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,303 mi
Last recorded89,303 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 230101,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR492 BLE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 89,303 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under vehicle front metal tray is corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2020 86,465 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under vehicle components has corrosion

Fail 18 Feb 2020 86,465 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under vehicle components has corrosion

Pass 31 Jan 2019 85,458 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT & REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2012 84,844 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 82,942 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 80,585 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 77,013 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 73,494 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 73,494 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 69,088 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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R492 BLE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230 in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 101,280 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 R492 BLE, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R492 BLE registered?

R492 BLE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R492 BLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R492 BLE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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