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E852 XNC

1988 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,098 mi
Last recorded154,098 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2012
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 D143,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE852 XNC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2012 154,098 miles

some corrosion under o/s rear arch.

Pass 16 Jun 2011 150,885 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 147,847 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 147,825 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 145,526 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 141,595 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 138,125 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 134,298 miles

o/s front floor holed not within prescribed areas

Pass 10 Jun 2005 127,009 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2005 126,959 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190 D?

Based on 13,305 MOT tests across 1,970 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
4,552
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,970
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 848
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 688
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 432
position lamp(s) not working 371
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E852 XNC is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 143,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 848 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E852 XNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 D typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E852 XNC registered?

E852 XNC is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 22 April 1988.

Is E852 XNC safe to buy?

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