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H256 XYP

1991 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,898 mi
Last recorded149,898 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2013
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 190138,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH256 XYP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2013 149,898 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 142,188 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 134,593 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 126,068 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 117,620 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 109,244 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 101,443 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 9,925 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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H256 XYP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H256 XYP, 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 H256 XYP registered?

H256 XYP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 7 January 1991.

Is H256 XYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H256 XYP shows 8 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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