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A20 LYP

1989 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

191,656 mi
Last recorded191,656 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2011
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190129,315 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 LYP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2011 191,656 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

both front brake discs corroded

both front weel arches slightly corroded

Pass 30 Dec 2009 186,648 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 179,946 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 170,275 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 161,640 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 156,945 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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A20 LYP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A20 LYP, 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.

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What year was A20 LYP registered?

A20 LYP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 25 October 1989.

Is A20 LYP safe to buy?

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