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C232 GVU

1986 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Gold Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

135,086 mi
Last recorded135,086 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 D163,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC232 GVU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 135,086 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 120,032 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 115,859 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 115,859 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 106,683 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2012 96,551 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 228,948 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 215,545 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 210,000 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 205,719 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 205,719 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190 D?

Based on 13,305 MOT tests across 1,970 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
4,552
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,970
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 848
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 688
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 432
position lamp(s) not working 371
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C232 GVU is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Gold with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 163,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 848 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C232 GVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 D typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C232 GVU registered?

C232 GVU is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 16 April 1986.

Is C232 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C232 GVU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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