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BNZ 199

1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Green Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

139,217 mi
Last recorded139,217 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E118,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 199
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 139,217 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 139,217 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 130,335 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 May 2024 122,959 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 116,797 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 109,887 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 102,315 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 94,462 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 91,148 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated unable to inspect due to being covered in grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2011 90,671 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 87,071 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 80,083 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 73,471 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 66,368 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 59,565 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 52,451 miles

corrosion starting rear jacking points.

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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BNZ 199 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Green with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 118,712 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 BNZ 199, 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 38 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 BNZ 199?

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What year was BNZ 199 registered?

BNZ 199 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 1 October 1988.

Is BNZ 199 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 199 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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