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F323 XPR

1989 Mercedes-benz 190

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

79,624 mi
Last recorded79,624 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190129,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF323 XPR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 79,624 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2025 79,624 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 78,462 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 78,446 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 78,155 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 77,693 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 77,118 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 76,029 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 75,487 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 74,872 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 74,835 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 74,835 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 72,774 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 72,376 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 64,844 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 60,748 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 52,151 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 52,020 miles

CO content on maximum limit

Fail 26 Feb 2007 52,006 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front bottom ball joints have slight movement

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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F323 XPR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F323 XPR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F323 XPR?

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What year was F323 XPR registered?

F323 XPR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 28 April 1989.

Is F323 XPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F323 XPR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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