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B528 WVG

1985 Mercedes-benz 190

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

230,637 mi
Last recorded230,637 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2005
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 190110,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB528 WVG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2005 230,637 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 230,388 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

damage to o/s head lamp

front brake pads getting low

inner rim damage to n/s/f wheel

o/s/f disc splash sheild held on with cable ties

o/s/r brake pads getting low

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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B528 WVG is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 B528 WVG, 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.

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What year was B528 WVG registered?

B528 WVG is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 5 March 1985.

Is B528 WVG safe to buy?

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