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E101 LBK

1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

111,894 mi
Last recorded111,894 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E118,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE101 LBK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 111,894 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 110,212 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 109,253 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 107,967 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 105,867 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 103,467 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 103,386 miles

Prop shaft front coupling deteriorated

Pass 5 Apr 2014 101,908 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 99,906 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 99,029 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 97,317 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 97,317 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 94,809 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 93,366 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 91,772 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 189,790 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 185,520 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190 E?

Based on 195,257 MOT tests across 25,797 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
2,855
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
25,797
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,113
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,846
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,803
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,185
position lamp(s) not working 3,386
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E101 LBK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 118,712 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E101 LBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 E typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E101 LBK registered?

E101 LBK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 24 February 1988.

Is E101 LBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E101 LBK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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