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BIG 6579

1989 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,063 mi
Last recorded165,063 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190129,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 6579
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 165,063 miles

Brake pedal feels spongy with travel

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2023 165,057 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements tell tale (4.5.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pedal feels spongy with travel

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2008 163,705 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 151,135 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 144,084 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nsr handbrake cable outer casing split, slight play in steering.

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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BIG 6579 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 129,315 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 BIG 6579, 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 37 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 BIG 6579 registered?

BIG 6579 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 13 January 1989.

Is BIG 6579 safe to buy?

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