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A4 GSM

1990 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

77,290 mi
Last recorded77,290 miles
Recorded on5 May 2006
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 190133,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 GSM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 May 2006 77,290 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A4 GSM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 133,107 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 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,604 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A4 GSM, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A4 GSM registered?

A4 GSM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 7 March 1990.

Is A4 GSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 GSM shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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