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D1 JYE

1987 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

88,713 mi
Last recorded88,713 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 190122,244 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD1 JYE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 88,713 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 88,561 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 88,265 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 88,053 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 87,577 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 87,087 miles

vehicle has been restored to a very high standard

Pass 7 May 2013 86,643 miles

o/s washer inop

vehicle has been "stood up",all pipes,brake discs & chassis surface corrosion.possibility of faults in future once started to be used.

Fail 26 Apr 2013 86,642 miles

Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s washer inop

vehicle has been "stood up",all pipes,brake discs & chassis surface corrosion.possibility of faults in future once started to be used.

Pass 17 Aug 2010 86,638 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 86,638 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 86,626 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 86,617 miles

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

Offside Rear Fluid suspension levelling valve leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 86,068 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 86,068 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Front Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jan 2006

Steel pipes at self leveling accumalators corroded. †Rotary lighting stiff in operation.

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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D1 JYE is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 D1 JYE, 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 D1 JYE?

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What year was D1 JYE registered?

D1 JYE is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 18 June 1987.

Is D1 JYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D1 JYE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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