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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

Green · Petrol · 1990 · 2,599 cc

H276 XYKMOT history

H276 XYK is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 1 Aug 1990. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 114,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
114,845 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H276 XYK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 E
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,599 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
1 Aug 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H276 XYK was last recorded at 114,845 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,844 miles · 7 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,845 miles
  • 2025 – 114,785 miles
  • 2024 – 114,768 miles
  • 2022 – 114,736 miles
  • 2021 – 114,724 miles
  • 2019 – 114,686 miles
  • 2017 – 114,314 miles
  • 2016 – 113,424 miles
  • 2015 – 112,755 miles
  • 2014 – 111,339 miles
  • 2013 – 109,548 miles
  • 2012 – 106,823 miles
  • 2011 – 103,970 miles
  • 2010 – 102,307 miles
  • 2009 – 99,474 miles
  • 2008 – 97,461 miles
  • 2007 – 94,758 miles
  • 2006 – 92,400 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,845 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,845 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    114,845 miles
    Test number
    898818096542
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  2. Fail114,844 miles (+59)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,844 miles
    Test number
    511898248079
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  3. Pass114,785 miles (+17)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    114,785 miles
    Test number
    317316120435
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass114,768 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    114,768 miles
    Test number
    343485793297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Fail114,764 miles (+28)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,764 miles
    Test number
    427544723402
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass114,736 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,736 miles
    Test number
    519508739768
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass114,724 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    114,724 miles
    Test number
    826270466290
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail114,724 miles (+38)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,724 miles
    Test number
    855762153172
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass114,686 miles (+372)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    114,686 miles
    Test number
    305830064777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass114,314 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    114,314 miles
    Test number
    915046387979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass113,424 miles (+669)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    113,424 miles
    Test number
    140948503509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass112,755 miles (+1,416)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    112,755 miles
    Test number
    327335957419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass111,339 miles (+1,791)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    111,339 miles
    Test number
    658879834343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,548 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    109,548 miles
    Test number
    976136833372
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Fail109,547 miles (+2,724)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,547 miles
    Test number
    349733233342
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass106,823 miles (+2,853)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    106,823 miles
    Test number
    938567222329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass103,970 miles (+1,663)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    103,970 miles
    Test number
    338678821345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass102,307 miles (+2,833)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    102,307 miles
    Test number
    720820350391
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres getting low on outer edges (o/s worse)
  19. Pass99,474 miles (+2,013)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    99,474 miles
    Test number
    410468449444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass97,461 miles (+2,703)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    97,461 miles
    Test number
    852731758305
    • NoteN/S+O/S FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTTER EDGES (TRACKING MAYBE OUT)
  21. Pass94,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    94,758 miles
    Test number
    560961357312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail94,758 miles (+2,358)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,758 miles
    Test number
    252401157339
    • FailureRear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
  23. Pass92,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    92,400 miles
    Test number
    431463756492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about H276 XYK

Does H276 XYK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H276 XYK is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on H276 XYK?
The MOT on H276 XYK is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H276 XYK done?
H276 XYK was recorded at 114,845 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 1,132 miles a year.
Has H276 XYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H276 XYK has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on H276 XYK 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 H276 XYK find?
H276 XYK passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front coil spring corroded both sides; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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