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G61 RVU

1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

239,731 mi
Last recorded239,731 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2009
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D158,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG61 RVU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2009 239,731 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 231,914 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 222,049 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2006 210,999 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2006 210,999 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190 D?

Based on 13,305 MOT tests across 1,970 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
4,552
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,970
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 848
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 688
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 432
position lamp(s) not working 371
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G61 RVU is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 158,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 848 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G61 RVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 D typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G61 RVU registered?

G61 RVU is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 19 September 1989.

Is G61 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G61 RVU shows 5 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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