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J12 MRV

1991 Mercedes-benz 190

Silver Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,922 mi
Last recorded88,922 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 190138,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ12 MRV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 88,922 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 88,682 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 88,403 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 88,269 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 87,647 miles

corrosion to steering,suspension and braking conponents

Pass 17 Jan 2013 87,104 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 86,853 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 86,393 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 85,326 miles

Rear brake pipes slighty corroded. All suspension bushes getting weak.

Pass 29 Jan 2009 83,111 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 79,515 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 79,515 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside and Offside front brake pipes heavily greased

Pass 27 Feb 2007 77,136 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 74,009 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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J12 MRV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 in Silver with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J12 MRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J12 MRV registered?

J12 MRV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J12 MRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J12 MRV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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