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C529 VBJ

1986 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

146,178 mi
Last recorded146,178 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 D163,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC529 VBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 146,178 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 145,799 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 145,524 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 144,750 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 143,434 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 142,011 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 140,274 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 136,311 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 132,903 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 129,166 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 129,166 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 124,204 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 119,024 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 116,206 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 122,249 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 107,993 miles

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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C529 VBJ is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 C529 VBJ, 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 C529 VBJ registered?

C529 VBJ is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 28 January 1986.

Is C529 VBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C529 VBJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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