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J226 MJK

1992 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

106,677 mi
Last recorded106,677 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2012
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 D154,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ226 MJK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2012 106,677 miles

Rev counter not working

Screenwashers slightly poor

Bonnet safety catch sticking slightly

Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Exhaust front section corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leaks

Rear of drivers side front-rear brake pipe corroded

Slight freeplay present in steering box control arm ball joint

Steel ends of both rear flexi brake hoses corroded

Fail 20 Jan 2012 106,578 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Bonnet safety catch sticking slightly

Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Exhaust front section corroded

Noise from passenger side front corner when turning

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leaks

Rear of drivers side front-rear brake pipe corroded

Screenwashers slightly poor

Slight freeplay present in steering box control arm ball joint

Steel ends of both rear flexi brake hoses corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2011 105,089 miles

corrosion on brake pipes

damage on front number plate

play in nearside steering idler

Pass 9 Feb 2010 99,902 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 99,902 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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 6 Feb 2009 94,259 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 94,259 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 89,450 miles

damage on front number plate

Pass 9 Feb 2007 84,158 miles

corrosion on rear discs

front tyres wearing low

slight damage on front number plate

Pass 10 Feb 2006 74,252 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front shock absorbers dust covers incomplete

both front tyres wearing low on outer edges

slight damage on front number plate

slight play in n/s steering idler

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190 D?

Based on 13,305 MOT tests across 1,970 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
4,552
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,970
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 848
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 688
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 432
position lamp(s) not working 371
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J226 MJK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 154,525 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 848 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J226 MJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 D typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J226 MJK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 31 December 1992.

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