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KX53 VNN

2003 Mercedes-benz 190

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

392,784 mi
Last recorded392,784 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2009
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 19090,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 VNN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2009 392,784 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 348,899 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 348,898 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 305,603 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 264,111 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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KX53 VNN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 190 in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 90,032 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KX53 VNN, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KX53 VNN registered?

KX53 VNN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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