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J207 NFC

1991 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

100,258 mi
Last recorded100,258 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 190138,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ207 NFC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 100,258 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 99,353 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front flexible brake hoses metal ends corroded

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2017 98,791 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small chip (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 97,570 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 97,570 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 96,513 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight leak from radiator slight sweat from diff seal

Pass 14 Nov 2007 95,724 miles

brake pipes at offside inner bulkhead rusty

diff leaking oil

fuel pipes rusty

Fail 14 Nov 2007 95,724 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

brake pipes at offside inner bulkhead rusty

diff leaking oil

fuel pipes rusty

Pass 14 Nov 2006 94,774 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 93,603 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 93,603 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Hole at O/S/F sill

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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J207 NFC is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 J207 NFC, 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 J207 NFC registered?

J207 NFC is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 1 October 1991.

Is J207 NFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J207 NFC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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