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A353 SEU

1983 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

104,375 mi
Last recorded104,375 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2008
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 190 E106,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA353 SEU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2008 104,375 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 103,049 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 103,024 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 101,117 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 101,117 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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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A353 SEU is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 106,064 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 A353 SEU, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A353 SEU?

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What year was A353 SEU registered?

A353 SEU is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 26 October 1983.

Is A353 SEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A353 SEU shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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