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479 XVR

1959 Mercedes-benz 190

Grey Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,435 mi
Last recorded2,435 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 1959 Mercedes-benz 19050,785 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration479 XVR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1959
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 2,435 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2021 2,435 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect nearside and offside kick up to right (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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479 XVR is a 1959 Mercedes-benz 190 in Grey with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1959 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 50,785 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 479 XVR, 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 67 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 479 XVR?

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What year was 479 XVR registered?

479 XVR is a 1959 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 1 January 1959.

Is 479 XVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 479 XVR 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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