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F356 LKK

1989 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

175,577 mi
Last recorded175,577 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190129,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF356 LKK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2014 175,577 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s n/s front jacking points rusted.

Pass 16 Jul 2013 164,898 miles

Handbrake efforts low.

o/s n/s front jacking points rusted / holed.

Fail 10 Jul 2012 153,480 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Radiator core rotten.

o/s n/s floor to sills rusted under body kit.

o/s n/s front jacking points rusted.

Pass 10 Jul 2012 153,480 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Radiator core rotten.

o/s n/s floor to sills rusted under body kit.

o/s n/s front jacking points rusted.

Pass 7 Jul 2011 145,797 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 140,836 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 135,694 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 135,484 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 165,109 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 135,107 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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F356 LKK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F356 LKK, 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

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What year was F356 LKK registered?

F356 LKK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 17 February 1989.

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