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A5 FCT

1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,939 mi
Last recorded121,939 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E123,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 FCT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 121,939 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 121,816 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 121,306 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 120,727 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 120,354 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 120,349 miles

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

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 119,979 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 119,734 miles

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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A5 FCT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A5 FCT, 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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How do I check the history of A5 FCT?

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What year was A5 FCT registered?

A5 FCT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 17 October 1989.

Is A5 FCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 FCT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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