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F161 RUV

1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

185,100 mi
Last recorded185,100 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2011
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D158,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF161 RUV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2011 185,100 miles

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 29 Sep 2010 178,585 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 3 Aug 2009 173,043 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corrision started on offside wheel arch

Pass 3 Aug 2009 173,043 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corrision started on offside wheel arch

Pass 16 Jul 2008 166,517 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 158,563 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 150,202 miles

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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F161 RUV is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 F161 RUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F161 RUV registered?

F161 RUV is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F161 RUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F161 RUV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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