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A14 VTA

1989 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

155,824 mi
Last recorded155,824 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190129,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 VTA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 155,824 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 155,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 155,497 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 155,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

fuel lines corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2018 155,201 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

fuel lines corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2016 155,195 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 155,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Oct 2015 155,002 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 154,425 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 153,959 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 151,286 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 45,831 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 45,831 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 139,332 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 132,684 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 132,684 miles

Nearside Front Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2006 127,489 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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A14 VTA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 129,315 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 A14 VTA, 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 37 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 A14 VTA registered?

A14 VTA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 1 October 1989.

Is A14 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 VTA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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