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H131 YGT

1991 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,320 mi
Last recorded71,320 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 230130,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH131 YGT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 71,320 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 68,622 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 68,278 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2014 68,273 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 67,967 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2012 67,725 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 67,170 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 66,417 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 65,667 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 64,932 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 62,663 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 61,225 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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H131 YGT is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 H131 YGT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H131 YGT registered?

H131 YGT is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 5 April 1991.

Is H131 YGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H131 YGT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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