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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

Blue · Petrol · 1990 · 1,997 cc

H901 GCSMOT history

H901 GCS is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 1 Aug 1990. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 128,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
128,535 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H901 GCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
1 Aug 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H901 GCS was last recorded at 128,535 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,666 miles · 20 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
869 miles
Average per year
2,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,535 miles
  • 2024 – 127,666 miles
  • 2023 – 127,066 miles
  • 2017 – 124,798 miles
  • 2016 – 122,468 miles
  • 2013 – 122,445 miles
  • 2012 – 117,621 miles
  • 2011 – 112,474 miles
  • 2010 – 106,571 miles
  • 2009 – 99,405 miles
  • 2008 – 92,854 miles
  • 2007 – 86,941 miles
  • 2006 – 79,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,535 miles
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 wheels

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass128,535 miles (+869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    128,535 miles
    Test number
    873442217408
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass127,666 miles (+600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    127,666 miles
    Test number
    101312440354
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  3. Pass127,066 miles (+2)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    127,066 miles
    Test number
    275129990705
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 wheels

  4. Fail127,064 miles (+2,266)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,064 miles
    Test number
    828445965115
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear seats not fitted
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 wheels

  5. Pass124,798 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    124,798 miles
    Test number
    222576236573
    • AdvisoryOffside washer jet inop
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  6. Fail124,792 miles (+14)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,792 miles
    Test number
    600538296665
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor panel at inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings bulk head (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking box (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWheel bolt(s) missing all 4 wheels (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail124,778 miles (+2,310)8 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,778 miles
    Test number
    880385172088
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking steering box (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored
    • AdvisoryCar corroding in various areas

  8. Pass122,468 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,468 miles
    Test number
    774108713008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail122,468 miles (+23)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,468 miles
    Test number
    299809265404
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass122,445 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    122,445 miles
    Test number
    178364503230
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  11. Fail122,439 miles (+4,818)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,439 miles
    Test number
    539083803229
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass117,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    117,621 miles
    Test number
    137712072097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail117,621 miles (+5,147)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,621 miles
    Test number
    515942572008
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass112,474 miles (+5,903)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    112,474 miles
    Test number
    999326071020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass106,571 miles (+7,166)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    106,571 miles
    Test number
    850697770049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,405 miles (+6,551)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    99,405 miles
    Test number
    134118479404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,854 miles (+5,913)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    92,854 miles
    Test number
    104677778054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,941 miles (+7,201)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    86,941 miles
    Test number
    824658077096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    79,740 miles
    Test number
    912942486029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about H901 GCS

Does H901 GCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H901 GCS is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on H901 GCS?
The MOT on H901 GCS is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H901 GCS done?
H901 GCS was recorded at 128,535 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 2,445 miles a year.
Has H901 GCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H901 GCS has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on H901 GCS 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 H901 GCS find?
H901 GCS passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: hydraulic leak, but not excessive.

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