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160 SPP

1961 Mercedes-benz 190

White Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,598 mi
Last recorded15,598 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2020
Typical for 1961 Mercedes-benz 19038,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration160 SPP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2020 15,598 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 15,414 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 15,379 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 15,301 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 15,291 miles

n/side front upper ball joint slight movement

n/side rear spring weak

oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2014 15,267 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 15,179 miles

Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

brake pipes corroded

front brakes immbalaced

Fail 9 Jul 2013 15,178 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

brake pipes corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2012 15,125 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 15,124 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front headlamp lens insecure

Pass 14 Jul 2011 15,082 miles

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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160 SPP is a 1961 Mercedes-benz 190 in White with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1961 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 38,400 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 160 SPP, 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 65 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 160 SPP registered?

160 SPP is a 1961 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 5 April 1961.

Is 160 SPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 160 SPP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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