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F193 RLP

1989 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

122,037 mi
Last recorded122,037 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2008
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190129,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF193 RLP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2008 122,037 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 122,037 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 118,068 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 118,068 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 113,614 miles

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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F193 RLP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 129,315 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 F193 RLP, 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 37 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 F193 RLP registered?

F193 RLP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 30 March 1989.

Is F193 RLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F193 RLP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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