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F109 GWT

1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Gold Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

182,214 mi
Last recorded182,214 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D158,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF109 GWT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1989
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 182,214 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 249,112 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 249,112 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 246,546 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 245,544 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 245,503 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 243,298 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 243,298 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 240,638 miles

both rear brakes slightly tight

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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F109 GWT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Gold with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 158,800 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 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 848 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F109 GWT, 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 37 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 F109 GWT registered?

F109 GWT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F109 GWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F109 GWT shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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