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J727 DGK

1991 Mercedes-benz 230

Purple Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,219 mi
Last recorded46,219 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2013
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 230130,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ727 DGK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2013 46,219 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 40,494 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 34,871 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 34,809 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 34,322 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 34,303 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 33,733 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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J727 DGK is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 in Purple with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 130,892 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 J727 DGK, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J727 DGK registered?

J727 DGK is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 5 November 1991.

Is J727 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J727 DGK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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