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BUI 3260

1986 Mercedes-benz 190

Orange Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

143,876 mi
Last recorded143,876 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2007
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 190125,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUI 3260
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Apr 2007 143,876 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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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BUI 3260 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 in Orange with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 125,034 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 BUI 3260, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BUI 3260?

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What year was BUI 3260 registered?

BUI 3260 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 1 October 1986.

Is BUI 3260 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUI 3260 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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