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L823 KNV

1994 Mercedes-benz 190

Red Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,901 mi
Last recorded33,901 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 190116,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL823 KNV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 33,901 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2025 33,901 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 30,348 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 23,386 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 17,200 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 13,384 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 12,621 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 11,097 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 7,907 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 4,675 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 3,374 miles

all brake discs have light corrosion

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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L823 KNV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 190 in Red with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 116,200 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L823 KNV, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L823 KNV?

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What year was L823 KNV registered?

L823 KNV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 20 January 1994.

Is L823 KNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L823 KNV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L823 KNV have outstanding finance?

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