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F144 HWB

1989 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,387 mi
Last recorded37,387 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 230126,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF144 HWB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 37,387 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 36,632 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 36,632 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 31,463 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 27,621 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 27,393 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 27,032 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 26,999 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 26,480 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 25,314 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 25,240 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 24,461 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 23,279 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 22,301 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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F144 HWB is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 126,958 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 F144 HWB, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F144 HWB registered?

F144 HWB is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F144 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F144 HWB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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