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K443 NHU

1993 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

290,719 mi
Last recorded290,719 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 D154,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK443 NHU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2020 290,719 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill/floor x2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill/floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front fog light inop

Nearside Front tyre slightly out of shape

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 282,275 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 282,869 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2018 223,517 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 263,838 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 250,765 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 238,355 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 228,180 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front lower bumper missing

rear diff wet

reverse gear hard to select

Pass 27 Jun 2013 214,731 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2013 214,188 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 192,686 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 74,102 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 161,282 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 May 2009 159,035 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 159,035 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 157,775 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 154,267 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 151,437 miles

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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K443 NHU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 154,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K443 NHU, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K443 NHU registered?

K443 NHU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 13 May 1993.

Is K443 NHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K443 NHU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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