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A20 FMM

1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

313,258 mi
Last recorded313,258 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2006
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E123,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 FMM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2006 313,258 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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A20 FMM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A20 FMM, 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.

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What year was A20 FMM registered?

A20 FMM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 4 April 1989.

Is A20 FMM safe to buy?

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