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H254 DCW

1991 Mercedes-benz 190

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

153,930 mi
Last recorded153,930 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 190138,080 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH254 DCW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 153,930 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 147,910 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 133,559 miles

nsf and osf wheel bearing have slight play

Pass 30 Jun 2015 131,722 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 130,855 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 126,464 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 125,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 28 May 2012 125,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 May 2011 122,665 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2011 122,665 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 May 2010 120,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 May 2010 120,914 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 May 2009 119,547 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 118,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

thorn present in sidewall of offside rear 185/65hr15

Pass 13 May 2008 118,627 miles

thorn present in sidewall of offside rear 185/65hr15

Pass 18 May 2007 117,534 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 117,516 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2006 115,981 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 114,275 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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H254 DCW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 138,080 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 H254 DCW, 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 35 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 H254 DCW registered?

H254 DCW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 19 June 1991.

Is H254 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H254 DCW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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