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BBZ 250

1993 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,026 mi
Last recorded18,026 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 E114,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBZ 250
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2016 18,026 miles

all brake discs showing corrosion

rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,011 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 15 Mar 2011 18,001 miles

front o/s & n/s brake disc swept faces slightly pitted

Pass 15 Mar 2010 17,976 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 17,852 miles

front & rear tyres close to limit on inner edges

Pass 15 Jun 2007 17,777 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)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 17,609 miles

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

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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BBZ 250 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 114,810 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 BBZ 250, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BBZ 250?

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What year was BBZ 250 registered?

BBZ 250 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 18 March 1993.

Is BBZ 250 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBZ 250 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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