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BU53 OAP

2003 Mercedes-benz 190

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,700 mi
Last recorded72,700 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2008
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 19090,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 OAP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2008 72,700 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 60,289 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 45,165 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 45,160 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.3)

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
Full Mercedes-benz 190 reliability report

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BU53 OAP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 190 in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 90,032 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 BU53 OAP, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 OAP registered?

BU53 OAP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is BU53 OAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 OAP shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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