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B40 DGB

1985 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Cream Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,083 mi
Last recorded153,083 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2007
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 E116,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB40 DGB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1985
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2007 153,083 miles

corrosion on both rear sill section

tempory repair on rear silencer mounting

Pass 12 Oct 2006 145,681 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 141,984 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 141,984 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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B40 DGB is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Cream with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 116,430 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 B40 DGB, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B40 DGB registered?

B40 DGB is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 7 May 1985.

Is B40 DGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B40 DGB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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