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K290 BRJ

1992 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,012 mi
Last recorded117,012 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2023
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 E118,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK290 BRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2023 117,012 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 116,707 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 116,377 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 110,103 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Jan 2015 110,102 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 108,053 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2012 104,003 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 101,109 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 96,164 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 89,345 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 79,555 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 42,914 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190 E?

Based on 195,257 MOT tests across 25,797 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
2,855
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
25,797
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,113
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,846
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,803
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,185
position lamp(s) not working 3,386
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K290 BRJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 118,232 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K290 BRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 E typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K290 BRJ registered?

K290 BRJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K290 BRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K290 BRJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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