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H119 BYH

1991 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

251,157 mi
Last recorded251,157 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2008
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 230130,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH119 BYH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2008 251,157 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 251,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 242,110 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 24,199 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 31 Mar 2006 231,019 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 231,019 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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H119 BYH is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H119 BYH, 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 H119 BYH registered?

H119 BYH is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H119 BYH safe to buy?

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