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H158 UAO

1991 Mercedes-benz 230

Grey Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,003 mi
Last recorded78,003 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 230130,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH158 UAO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 78,003 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 77,318 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 77,318 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 77,309 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 76,787 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 75,622 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 74,361 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 73,332 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 72,530 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 14 Mar 2011 72,530 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 71,821 miles

down pipe exhaust heat shield cover broken

front number plate slight cracks

Fail 8 Mar 2010 71,816 miles

Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

down pipe exhaust heat shield cover broken

front number plate slight cracks

Pass 12 Feb 2009 71,036 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 70,092 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 69,431 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 68,630 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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H158 UAO is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 in Grey with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 H158 UAO, 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 H158 UAO registered?

H158 UAO is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 20 March 1991.

Is H158 UAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H158 UAO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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