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H196 KAV

1991 Mercedes-benz 230

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,053 mi
Last recorded116,053 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 230130,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH196 KAV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 116,053 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 114,633 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 112,658 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 111,632 miles

oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2015 109,661 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2015 109,661 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 107,273 miles

Oil leak

offside rear tyre in poor condition

Pass 3 Oct 2013 104,538 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 104,538 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 103,013 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 99,688 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 96,239 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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H196 KAV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H196 KAV, 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 H196 KAV registered?

H196 KAV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 18 March 1991.

Is H196 KAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H196 KAV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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