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C201 JKW

1986 Mercedes-benz 190

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

77,173 mi
Last recorded77,173 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 190125,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC201 JKW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 77,173 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

body kit fitted - limited access

Pass 21 Dec 2017 76,984 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 76,984 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 76,665 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 76,648 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 76,395 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 75,638 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 74,696 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 74,510 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 73,587 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 72,549 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 71,477 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 70,646 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 69,842 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 69,842 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 68,732 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 68,730 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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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C201 JKW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 C201 JKW, 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

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What year was C201 JKW registered?

C201 JKW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 23 January 1986.

Is C201 JKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C201 JKW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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