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K966 YFJ

2003 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Black Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

218,879 mi
Last recorded218,879 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK966 YFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2006 218,879 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 218,877 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Jun 2005 196,158 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2005 196,158 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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K966 YFJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Black with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 K966 YFJ, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K966 YFJ registered?

K966 YFJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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