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LNH 1

2002 Mercedes-benz 230

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

80,566 mi
Last recorded80,566 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz 23083,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNH 1
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 80,566 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 79,723 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 78,321 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 77,964 miles

Nearside Front floor corroded / weak

Pass 30 Aug 2018 77,722 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 76,064 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 75,522 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 74,822 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 74,099 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

corrosion appearing to n/s/f footwell area.

exhaust `o`rings starting to perish.

Pass 2 Aug 2013 72,618 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 72,609 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 70,925 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 70,326 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 68,971 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 67,712 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 66,672 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 65,017 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 63,107 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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LNH 1 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 230 in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 83,088 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 LNH 1, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LNH 1?

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What year was LNH 1 registered?

LNH 1 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is LNH 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNH 1 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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