CarVerify

Free Car Check

D117 DPG

1987 Mercedes-benz 190

Red Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

221,530 mi
Last recorded221,530 miles
Recorded on11 May 2007
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 190122,244 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD117 DPG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2007 221,530 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 221,515 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

holes in inner wings not within strucual point.

inner cv boot split on n/s/r

slight play in steering idler.

Pass 6 Apr 2006 214,775 miles

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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D117 DPG is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 190 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 122,244 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 D117 DPG, 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 39 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 D117 DPG?

You can check the full history of D117 DPG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D117 DPG registered?

D117 DPG is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 13 April 1987.

Is D117 DPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D117 DPG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D117 DPG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D117 DPG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.