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G104 VFU

1990 Mercedes-benz 190

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,999 mi
Last recorded166,999 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2008
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 190133,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG104 VFU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2008 166,999 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

all struts corroding

Pass 25 Oct 2007 161,864 miles

nearside front to rear brake pipe corroding

nearside steering idler bush slightly worn

Pass 19 Oct 2006 155,979 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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G104 VFU is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 190 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 133,107 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 G104 VFU, 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 36 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 G104 VFU registered?

G104 VFU is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 19 March 1990.

Is G104 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G104 VFU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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