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AJZ 2698

1989 Mercedes-benz 190

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

153,489 mi
Last recorded153,489 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2007
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190129,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJZ 2698
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2007 153,489 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/R Door not opening from outside

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Dec 2007 153,487 miles

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

Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/R Door not opening from outside

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Dec 2006 149,829 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 149,829 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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AJZ 2698 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 129,315 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 AJZ 2698, 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 37 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 AJZ 2698 registered?

AJZ 2698 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is AJZ 2698 safe to buy?

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