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B462 PJF

1985 Mercedes-benz 190

Silver Petrol 1977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,656 mi
Last recorded86,656 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2011
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 190110,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB462 PJF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,977cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2011 86,656 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 87,829 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 86,299 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 83,728 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 82,020 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 79,742 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2006 79,742 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

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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B462 PJF is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 in Silver with a 1,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 110,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B462 PJF, 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 41 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 B462 PJF registered?

B462 PJF is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 15 August 1985.

Is B462 PJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B462 PJF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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