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L277 TVV

1994 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Red Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

175,533 mi
Last recorded175,533 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2013
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 190 E102,727 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL277 TVV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2013 175,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jan 2013 175,514 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 171,648 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 169,438 miles

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

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

battery power low had to jump start vehicle.

water leak top rad hose

Fail 5 Jan 2011 169,173 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

battery power low had to jump start vehicle.

water leak top rad hose

Pass 4 Jan 2010 165,712 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 161,854 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 156,462 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 150,204 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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L277 TVV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Red with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 102,727 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 L277 TVV, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L277 TVV registered?

L277 TVV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 1 April 1994.

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