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BNZ 3541

1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

132,023 mi
Last recorded132,023 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2009
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E118,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 3541
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2009 132,023 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 132,021 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 127,266 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 125,919 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front brake pipes are rusty

offside door mirror has ltd rear view

Pass 18 Sep 2007 112,402 miles

nearside front tyre has a cut on shoulder.

offside front mirror hard to adjust.

rear brake pipes rusty.

slight blow from exhaust mid to rear section.

Fail 2 Aug 2007 110,356 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

both rear brake pipes metal rusty

nearside front tyre cut on shoulder

offside door mirror hatd to adjust

Pass 7 Jul 2006 98,809 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 98,809 miles

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

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 3541 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BNZ 3541, 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 3541?

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What year was BNZ 3541 registered?

BNZ 3541 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is BNZ 3541 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 3541 shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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