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R237 FTW

1998 Mercedes-benz 190

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

163,521 mi
Last recorded163,521 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 FTW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2010 163,521 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 163,520 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 152,343 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 152,343 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both number plates slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Apr 2008 143,821 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 35,639 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 162,822 miles

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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R237 FTW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 190 in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R237 FTW, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R237 FTW registered?

R237 FTW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R237 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R237 FTW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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