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Mercedes-Benz 190

White · Petrol · 1961 · 1,897 cc

885 ARYMOT history

885 ARY is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 first used on 3 Mar 1961. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 29,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
29,578 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
457 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
885 ARY
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,897 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
3 Mar 1961
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

885 ARY was last recorded at 29,578 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,157 miles · 5 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
421 miles
Average per year
457 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,578 miles
  • 2022 – 29,157 miles
  • 2021 – 28,777 miles
  • 2019 – 28,580 miles
  • 2018 – 27,990 miles
  • 2017 – 27,746 miles
  • 2016 – 26,905 miles
  • 2015 – 26,698 miles
  • 2014 – 25,805 miles
  • 2013 – 25,578 miles
  • 2012 – 24,357 miles
  • 2011 – 23,878 miles
  • 2010 – 22,959 miles
  • 2009 – 22,549 miles
  • 2008 – 21,850 miles
  • 2007 – 21,674 miles
  • 2006 – 20,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,578 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,578 miles (+421)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    29,578 miles
    Test number
    485142193216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass29,157 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    29,157 miles
    Test number
    351104121462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass28,777 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    28,777 miles
    Test number
    460385242066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass28,580 miles (+590)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    28,580 miles
    Test number
    588993343262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass27,990 miles (+244)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    27,990 miles
    Test number
    747380795260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass27,746 miles (+841)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    27,746 miles
    Test number
    705796586801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass26,905 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    26,905 miles
    Test number
    639905667795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,698 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    26,698 miles
    Test number
    915891385144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  9. Fail26,698 miles (+893)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,698 miles
    Test number
    895430785168
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Pass25,805 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    25,805 miles
    Test number
    838103464184
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Fail25,803 miles (+225)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,803 miles
    Test number
    796057654128
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass25,578 miles (+19)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    25,578 miles
    Test number
    655682983178
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear diff and gearbox

  13. Fail25,559 miles (+1,202)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,559 miles
    Test number
    775475273159
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear diff and gearbox

  14. Pass24,357 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,357 miles
    Test number
    855545082156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail24,297 miles (+419)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,297 miles
    Test number
    226996042417
    • FailureCentre Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Subframe mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNearside front wheel arch excessive corrosion but not within prescribed area

  16. Pass23,878 miles (+919)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,878 miles
    Test number
    658214451136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,959 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    22,959 miles
    Test number
    822384170111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail22,957 miles (+408)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,957 miles
    Test number
    284643170175
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  19. Pass22,549 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,549 miles
    Test number
    794995979163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChassis welded and undersealed

  20. Fail22,549 miles (+699)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,549 miles
    Test number
    230033579479
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChassis welded and undersealed

  21. Pass21,850 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    21,850 miles
    Test number
    552590048143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,674 miles
    Test number
    984824327140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    221430036401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    880984226104
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  25. Fail20,328 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,328 miles
    Test number
    923490416185
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Questions about 885 ARY

What vehicle is registration 885 ARY currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 885 ARY on a white petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 first used on 3 Mar 1961. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 885 ARY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 885 ARY is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 885 ARY?
The MOT on 885 ARY is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 885 ARY done?
885 ARY was recorded at 29,578 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 457 miles a year.
Has 885 ARY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 885 ARY has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2015.
Has the mileage on 885 ARY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 885 ARY find?
885 ARY passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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