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J636 HMV

1998 Mercedes-benz 190

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,707 mi
Last recorded135,707 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ636 HMV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2007 135,707 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 131,392 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 131,392 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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J636 HMV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 190 in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J636 HMV, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J636 HMV registered?

J636 HMV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 17 July 1998.

Is J636 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J636 HMV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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