MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
199,775 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
advise redoing the repair on the sill on the osr as it's not very pretty
exhaust system in poor condition
some corrosion to both outer sills
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190?
Based on 63,879 MOT tests across 10,757 vehicles.
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E142 YFJ is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 E142 YFJ, 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 E142 YFJ registered?
E142 YFJ is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 1 January 1988.
Is E142 YFJ safe to buy?
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