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R135 EGD

1997 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,101 mi
Last recorded83,101 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR135 EGD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2006 83,101 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 83,101 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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R135 EGD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R135 EGD, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R135 EGD registered?

R135 EGD is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R135 EGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R135 EGD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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