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F171 UPA

1989 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,672 mi
Last recorded126,672 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 230126,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF171 UPA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2015 126,672 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 18 Feb 2015 126,672 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 88,182 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 88,180 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Dec 2011 87,996 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 87,996 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 85,695 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 85,695 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 85,034 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2006 84,614 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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F171 UPA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F171 UPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F171 UPA registered?

F171 UPA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F171 UPA safe to buy?

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