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E134 HGU

1988 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

114,100 mi
Last recorded114,100 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2009
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 190125,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE134 HGU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Nov 2009 114,100 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine over heating

front suspension pipes corroded

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

rear fuel pipes corroded

rear suspension pipes corroded

Pass 31 Jan 2007 113,947 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 113,937 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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E134 HGU is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 E134 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.

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What year was E134 HGU registered?

E134 HGU is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 28 January 1988.

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