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A849 EPJ

1984 Mercedes-benz 190

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

71,221 mi
Last recorded71,221 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2007
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 190112,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA849 EPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2007 71,221 miles

brake warning light on

condensation in o/s head light

Fail 27 Dec 2007 71,215 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

condensation in o/s head light

brake warning light on

Pass 29 Dec 2006 66,029 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 66,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component 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 19 Dec 2005 65,104 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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A849 EPJ is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 190 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 112,294 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 A849 EPJ, 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 42 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 A849 EPJ registered?

A849 EPJ is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 5 January 1984.

Is A849 EPJ safe to buy?

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