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P787 SHS

1996 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,506 mi
Last recorded86,506 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP787 SHS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2011 86,506 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 86,506 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 82,474 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 82,474 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 77,116 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 71,533 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 71,533 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 66,031 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 56,980 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 49,593 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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P787 SHS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P787 SHS, 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 30 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 P787 SHS registered?

P787 SHS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 2 August 1996.

Is P787 SHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P787 SHS shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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