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F299 SVT

1989 Mercedes-benz 190

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,735 mi
Last recorded112,735 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190129,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF299 SVT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2020 112,735 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 112,735 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2006 112,681 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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F299 SVT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F299 SVT, 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 F299 SVT registered?

F299 SVT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 22 February 1989.

Is F299 SVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F299 SVT shows 3 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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