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H155 GFP

1991 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

250,286 mi
Last recorded250,286 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 230130,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH155 GFP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 250,286 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 244,903 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 244,903 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 28,697 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 233,223 miles

front and rear brake pipies corroded

Fail 3 Sep 2014 226,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 226,137 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 218,801 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 2 Sep 2013 218,801 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 212,366 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 212,366 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 205,515 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2011 205,515 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 197,300 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 189,739 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 180,572 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 171,487 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 171,487 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 162,341 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 162,341 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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
Full Mercedes-benz 230 reliability report

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H155 GFP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 H155 GFP, 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 H155 GFP registered?

H155 GFP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 3 April 1991.

Is H155 GFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H155 GFP shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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