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E127 LYO

1988 Mercedes-benz 190

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,648 mi
Last recorded83,648 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 190125,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE127 LYO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 May 2025 83,648 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 83,484 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 83,181 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 72,303 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 60,642 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 58,843 miles

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 54,754 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 54,751 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 54,155 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
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E127 LYO is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 E127 LYO, 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

How do I check the history of E127 LYO?

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What year was E127 LYO registered?

E127 LYO is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 26 January 1988.

Is E127 LYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E127 LYO shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E127 LYO have outstanding finance?

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