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A20 BEF

1991 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,284 mi
Last recorded100,284 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 E119,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 BEF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 100,284 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 99,151 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 98,658 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 98,656 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 98,000 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 97,348 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 97,348 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 96,456 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 95,713 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 95,014 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190 E?

Based on 195,257 MOT tests across 25,797 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
2,855
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
25,797
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,113
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,846
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,803
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,185
position lamp(s) not working 3,386
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A20 BEF is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 119,690 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 BEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 E typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 BEF registered?

A20 BEF is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 12 February 1991.

Is A20 BEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 BEF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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