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BNZ 223

1991 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Blue Petrol 2599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,184 mi
Last recorded100,184 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 E119,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 223
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 100,184 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 100,065 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 100,065 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2013 100,008 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 95,939 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 94,569 miles

bonnett catch sticks

brake discs scored and pitted

hand brake effort could be better

nearside door mirror missing

offside headlamp glass broken

some corrosion to inner cills and floorpan

Pass 14 Nov 2008 94,376 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 Sep 2008 94,368 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 90,963 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BNZ 223 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Blue with a 2,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BNZ 223, 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

How do I check the history of BNZ 223?

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What year was BNZ 223 registered?

BNZ 223 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is BNZ 223 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 223 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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