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E119 HGU

1988 Mercedes-benz 190

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

251,218 mi
Last recorded251,218 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2007
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 190125,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE119 HGU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2007 251,218 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 251,190 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 242,588 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 242,588 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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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E119 HGU is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 125,458 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 E119 HGU, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E119 HGU registered?

E119 HGU is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E119 HGU safe to buy?

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