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K599 FKS

1993 Mercedes-benz 190

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

180,338 mi
Last recorded180,338 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2008
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 190139,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK599 FKS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2008 180,338 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 174,515 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 161,464 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2005 161,464 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rattle on steering wheel when wheel is turned

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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K599 FKS is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 139,459 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 K599 FKS, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K599 FKS registered?

K599 FKS is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 22 January 1993.

Is K599 FKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K599 FKS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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