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A2 DOW

1986 Mercedes-benz 190

Grey Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,039 mi
Last recorded48,039 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 190125,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 DOW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2012 48,039 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 47,995 miles

all brake discs have surface corrosion

Fail 3 Aug 2010 47,995 miles

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

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

all brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 12 Mar 2009 47,973 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 46,807 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 46,807 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 44,649 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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A2 DOW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 in Grey with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 125,034 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 A2 DOW, 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 40 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 A2 DOW registered?

A2 DOW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is A2 DOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 DOW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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