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129 YUY

1956 Mercedes-benz 190

White Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

1,575 mi
Last recorded1,575 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 1956 Mercedes-benz 19061,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration129 YUY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1956
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2014 1,575 miles

Front Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 1,548 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 1,543 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190?

Based on 63,879 MOT tests across 10,757 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
3,065
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
10,757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,604
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,199
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,098
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,046
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,698
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129 YUY is a 1956 Mercedes-benz 190 in White with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1956 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 61,042 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 190 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,604 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 129 YUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 70 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 129 YUY?

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What year was 129 YUY registered?

129 YUY is a 1956 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 1 June 1956.

Is 129 YUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 129 YUY shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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