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542 YUR

1960 Mercedes-benz 190

Red Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,794 mi
Last recorded15,794 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1960 Mercedes-benz 19053,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration542 YUR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 May 2023 15,794 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 14,451 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 12,353 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 10,521 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 8,723 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 7,321 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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542 YUR is a 1960 Mercedes-benz 190 in Red with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 53,704 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 542 YUR, 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 66 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 542 YUR registered?

542 YUR is a 1960 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 4 March 1960.

Is 542 YUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 542 YUR shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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