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A17 RGM

1992 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

116,949 mi
Last recorded116,949 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 E118,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 RGM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 116,949 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 115,173 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 113,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 112,186 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 109,983 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 107,991 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 107,615 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both rear diff seals leaking

oil leak from engine

Pass 25 Sep 2017 107,315 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 106,976 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 106,644 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 104,928 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 102,674 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 100,319 miles

drive belt slightly cracked. exhaust heat shield corroded/crumbling in places.slight corrosion nsr metal brake pipe.

Fail 29 Sep 2011 97,645 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 97,645 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 96,365 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 93,393 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 90,776 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 88,490 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 84,181 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 82,070 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust heat sheild deteriorated

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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A17 RGM is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 118,232 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 A17 RGM, 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 34 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 A17 RGM registered?

A17 RGM is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is A17 RGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 RGM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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