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31 BUL

1961 Mercedes-benz 190

White Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,782 mi
Last recorded53,782 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1961 Mercedes-benz 19038,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration31 BUL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 53,782 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 53,772 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 53,762 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 53,752 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 53,741 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside slightly slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 53,286 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 53,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

slight lift in nearside suspension king pin

Pass 4 Jul 2016 53,145 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 53,095 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 53,090 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play and signs of poss. oil weep at steering box.

Pass 27 Feb 2014 52,727 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 52,805 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 52,805 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 52,494 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 52,278 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 51,889 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 50,969 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 50,626 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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31 BUL is a 1961 Mercedes-benz 190 in White with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1961 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 38,400 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 31 BUL, 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 65 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 31 BUL registered?

31 BUL is a 1961 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 7 February 1961.

Is 31 BUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 31 BUL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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