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Mercedes-Benz 190

Black · Petrol · 1986 · 2,299 cc

C5 YMBMOT history

C5 YMB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 first used on 23 Apr 1986. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2025 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 221,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2025
Mileage
221,674 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2024
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 YMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
23 Apr 1986
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 YMB was last recorded at 221,674 miles on 13 Apr 2024, 101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Nov 2014: 22,127 miles, lower than 221,169 miles on 27 Apr 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
221,573 miles · 5 May 2023
Between the last two tests
101 miles
Average per year
892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 221,674 miles
  • 2023 – 221,573 miles
  • 2022 – 221,274 miles
  • 2021 – 221,274 miles
  • 2017 – 221,272 miles
  • 2015 – 221,272 miles
  • 2014 – 22,127 miles
  • 2013 – 221,169 miles
  • 2012 – 220,084 miles
  • 2011 – 216,452 miles
  • 2010 – 213,891 miles
  • 2008 – 213,870 miles
  • 2007 – 211,427 miles
  • 2006 – 205,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,674 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

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

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2006–2007

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,674 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    221,674 miles
    Test number
    771544702845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass221,573 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    221,573 miles
    Test number
    651321377834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass221,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    221,274 miles
    Test number
    353471618844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass221,274 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    221,274 miles
    Test number
    976339973424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail221,272 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,272 miles
    Test number
    895647027750
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor marked with yellow chalk (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor marked with yellow chalk (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake slightly binding

  6. Pass221,272 miles (+199,145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    221,272 miles
    Test number
    193082926617
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake binding slightly

  7. Pass22,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    22,127 miles
    Test number
    855409514322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail22,127 miles (-199,042)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,127 miles
    Test number
    437409614385
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  9. Pass221,169 miles (+1,085)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    221,169 miles
    Test number
    587417713180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass220,084 miles (+3,632)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    220,084 miles
    Test number
    249809312187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox

  11. Pass216,452 miles (+2,561)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    216,452 miles
    Test number
    296427531197
    • NoteFront to rear and rear suspension pipes corroded
    • NoteFuel cap seal in poor condition

  12. Pass213,891 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    213,891 miles
    Test number
    761384230178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail213,870 miles (+2,443)9 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,870 miles
    Test number
    964759118365
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear wheel arches showing corrosion
    • NoteNearside rear door not opening from outside of vehicle

  14. Pass211,427 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    211,427 miles
    Test number
    302677317363
    • NoteBOOT FLOOR CORRODING
    • NoteCHIP TO SCREEN
    • NoteFUEL LINES CORRODING
    • NoteO/S/F & N/S/F SPRINGS CORRODING
    • NoteO/S/F INNER WING CORRODING
    • NoteSLIGHT PULSATE TO FRONT BRAKES
    • NoteSUSPENSION BUSHES PERISHED
    • NoteUNDERSIDE CORRODING

  15. Fail211,425 miles (+1)5 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,425 miles
    Test number
    491197817430
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBOOT FLOOR CORRODING
    • NoteCHIP TO SCREEN
    • NoteFUEL LINES CORRODING
    • NoteO/S/F & N/S/F SPRINGS CORRODING
    • NoteO/S/F INNER WING CORRODING
    • NoteSLIGHT PULSATE TO FRONT BRAKES
    • NoteSUSPENSION BUSHES PERISHED
    • NoteUNDERSIDE CORRODING

  16. Fail211,424 miles (+428)14 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,424 miles
    Test number
    900183747267
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCHIP TO SCREEN,
    • NoteHAND BRAKE TELL TALE INOPERATIVE,PULSATION TO FRONT BRAKES,FRONT SPRINGS CORRODING,MOST SUSPENCION BUSHES PERISHED.
    • NoteO/S/F INNER WING,O/S/R N/S/R BOOT FLOORS,FUEL LINES,FRONT SPRINGS,UNDERSIDE CORRODING.

  17. Fail210,996 miles (+5,123)1 dangerous7 failures13 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,996 miles
    Test number
    454543127256
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Upper Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted, unable to inspect fully

  18. Pass205,873 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    205,873 miles
    Test number
    624727406244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear brakehose ferrules corroding

  19. Fail205,870 miles4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,870 miles
    Test number
    330497306290
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake hose ferrules starting to corrode

Questions about C5 YMB

Does C5 YMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C5 YMB expired on 5 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C5 YMB?
The MOT on C5 YMB expired on 5 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C5 YMB done?
C5 YMB was recorded at 221,674 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2024, an average of 892 miles a year.
Has C5 YMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 YMB has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on C5 YMB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C5 YMB find?
C5 YMB passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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