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K698 FAO

1993 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,390 mi
Last recorded123,390 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2010
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 D154,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK698 FAO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2010 123,390 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 120,916 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 120,916 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 117,485 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 113,140 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 113,140 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 107,218 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 101,582 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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K698 FAO is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K698 FAO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K698 FAO registered?

K698 FAO is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 6 January 1993.

Is K698 FAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K698 FAO shows 8 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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