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L958 KFU

1994 Mercedes-benz 190

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,212 mi
Last recorded168,212 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2009
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 190116,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL958 KFU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2009 168,212 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front bottom balljoint slight play

front crossmember and chassies has alot of surface rust

nearside front floor by jacking mount corroded

offside front metal brake pipe secured but not standard method

offside headlight slight flexing at mounting

offside inner wing marked may need further investigation, nothing noticed on lock to lock check

offside rear quarter dented

rear metal brake pipes have been replaced and insulating tape around them, both rear flexy hoses perishing

rear subframe has alot of surface rust and both rear coil springs

sill covers fitted

slight burning oil and slight rattle from engine and fanbelt tensioner moving

slight play nearside front trackrod end

slight runout front brakes

wiring bracket on toe bar loose

Fail 12 Nov 2009 168,201 miles

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

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front bottom balljoint slight play

front crossmember and chassies has alot of surface rust

nearside front floor by jacking mount corroded

offside front metal brake pipe secured but not standard method

offside headlight slight flexing at mounting

offside inner wing marked may need further investigation, nothing noticed on lock to lock check

offside rear quarter dented

rear metal brake pipes have been replaced and insulating tape around them, both rear flexy hoses perishing

rear subframe has alot of surface rust and both rear coil springs

sill covers fitted

slight burning oil and slight rattle from engine and fanbelt tensioner moving

slight play nearside front trackrod end

slight runout front brakes

wiring bracket on toe bar loose

Pass 8 Nov 2008 155,221 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust system corroded

front to rear brake pipe slightly insecure

Fail 4 Nov 2008 155,208 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust system corroded

front to rear brake pipe slightly insecure

Pass 1 Oct 2007 139,437 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 12,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

some corrosion on fuel pipes,engine oil leak.

Pass 17 Oct 2005 105,828 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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
Full Mercedes-benz 190 reliability report

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L958 KFU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 190 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 116,200 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 L958 KFU, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L958 KFU registered?

L958 KFU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 1 January 1994.

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