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H170 UCL

1991 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

91,327 mi
Last recorded91,327 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 230130,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH170 UCL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 91,327 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2025 91,324 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 86,653 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 81,432 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 79,986 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 79,122 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 77,585 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Sep 2019 77,543 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 76,392 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 74,713 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 73,153 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 68,829 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 63,488 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 57,672 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 52,388 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 47,758 miles

n/s/f & n/s/r tyres side walls deteriorated

Pass 8 Oct 2010 44,637 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 44,637 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 42,313 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 41,710 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 39,604 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 36,208 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 33,791 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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H170 UCL is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 H170 UCL, 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 H170 UCL registered?

H170 UCL is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 5 March 1991.

Is H170 UCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H170 UCL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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