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B3 CDA

1986 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,562 mi
Last recorded95,562 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 E112,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 CDA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 95,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 95,562 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 95,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 95,492 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 94,920 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 93,827 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 92,724 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 92,350 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 89,443 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2012 89,443 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 86,834 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 84,119 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 84,119 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 81,540 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 81,538 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 78,926 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 76,396 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 73,816 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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B3 CDA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 112,627 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 B3 CDA, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B3 CDA registered?

B3 CDA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is B3 CDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 CDA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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