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A12 DRR

1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

79,960 mi
Last recorded79,960 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2013
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E123,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 DRR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2013 79,960 miles

Nearside rear shock absorber dust cover detatched

Offside rear shock absorber dust cover detatched

Rear registration plate deteriorating

Pass 31 Oct 2012 79,940 miles

Nearside rear shock absorber cover detached

Offside rear shock absorber cover detached

Rear registration plate deteriorating

Fail 31 Oct 2012 79,940 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear shock absorber cover detached

Offside rear shock absorber cover detached

Rear registration plate deteriorating

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 79,925 miles

Nearside rear shock absorber cover detached

Nearside screen washer jet not working

Offside rear shock absorber cover detached

Rear registration plate deteriorating

Fail 15 Oct 2010 79,551 miles

Bonnet support strut weak

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake discs showing signs of corrosion

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 79,551 miles

Bonnet support strut weak

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake discs showing signs of corrosion

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 79,337 miles

rear reg plate starting to deteriorate.

Pass 24 Oct 2008 78,792 miles

Both side rear brake disc's showing signs of corrosion (due to lack of use)

Rear registration plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 24 Oct 2008 78,792 miles

Both side rear brake disc's showing signs of corrosion (due to lack of use)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear registration plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 25 Sep 2007 77,701 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 75,872 miles

both rear shock absorbers rubber gaiters perished.

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190 E?

Based on 195,257 MOT tests across 25,797 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
2,855
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
25,797
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,113
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,846
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,803
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,185
position lamp(s) not working 3,386
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A12 DRR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 123,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 DRR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 E typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 DRR registered?

A12 DRR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is A12 DRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 DRR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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