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1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 230TE AUTO
United Kingdom • 30 Apr 2026 • Lot 3
Vehicle Details
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[Chassis No]
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Odometer:
247,518 miles
K96VPE
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
In Brief:
A running project example of a W124 230TE
Finished in Blue over a Grey cloth interior
Just 1 family ownership
Used for commutes by its original owner from Cornwall to London
Auctioneer’s Notes:
An honest example of a 1992 Mercedes-Benz 230TE Auto Estate, presented with an exceptional ownership story.
Originally owned by a doctor and subsequently transferred into his wife’s name purely to facilitate sale following his unfortunate passing, this car effectively remains a one-family example from new.
Used regularly for long-distance commuting between Cornwall and London, it has clearly been relied upon for its renowned durability and comfort - qualities synonymous with the Mercedes-Benz estate of this era.
Maintenance, Condition & History:
We are told by The Vendor that this 230TE benefits from a significant level of expenditure over its lifetime, indicative of diligent upkeep and a no-expense-spared approach to maintenance, however, there is no paperwork supplied wi...
Points of note
£1,110
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,863
Median Price (Since 2020)
£10,125
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous Sales
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jan 22 2024
Latest MOT Mileage
245,482 miles
Registration Date
1992-08-21
MOT History
Passed
On Jan 23 2023 with 245,482 miles
Passed
On Sep 04 2020 with 245,235 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front wiper is very slow
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
Failed
On Sep 03 2020 with 245,234 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- Nearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Front wiper is very slow
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Jul 18 2019 with 239,622 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Failed
On Jul 15 2019 with 239,617 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Passed
On Jul 19 2018 with 229,676 miles
Passed
On Jul 26 2017 with 223,065 miles
Failed
On Jul 19 2017 with 223,065 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer (7.1.2)
- Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Advisory:
- ALL FRONT SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES GETTING PERISHED
- 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)
Passed
On Aug 10 2016 with 215,760 miles
Failed
On Aug 08 2016 with 215,760 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Aug 03 2015 with 204,547 miles
There were 12 defects noted.
Advisory:
- 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)
- Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
User Entered:
- front wiper worn/smearing
- Fuel pipe/s corroded
Passed
On Aug 01 2014 with 192,551 miles
There were 14 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- 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)
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
User Entered:
- Fuel pipe/s corroded
Failed
On Jul 31 2014 with 192,551 miles
There were 15 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- 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)
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
User Entered:
- Fuel pipe/s corroded
Passed
On Aug 12 2013 with 185,742 miles
There were 10 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Failed
On Jul 31 2013 with 185,741 miles
There were 14 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Advisory:
- Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Passed
On Jul 18 2012 with 176,019 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Failed
On Jul 27 2011 with 168,794 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Passed
On Jul 27 2011 with 168,794 miles
Passed
On Jul 21 2010 with 159,525 miles
Passed
On Jul 27 2009 with 153,769 miles
Passed
On Aug 04 2008 with 145,196 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
User Entered:
- front and rear number plate in poor condition
Passed
On Jul 30 2007 with 136,883 miles
Passed
On Aug 09 2006 with 128,596 miles
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