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Mercedes-Benz 190 D

Silver · Diesel · 1992 · 2,497 cc

J168 TFPMOT history

J168 TFP is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz 190 D first used on 30 Dec 1992. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
206 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
J168 TFP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 D
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
30 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J168 TFP was last recorded at 206 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 191 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Feb 2012: 21,633 miles, lower than 204,001 miles on 24 Feb 2011.
  • 2 Jun 2021: 6 miles, lower than 260,000 miles on 6 Feb 2018.

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
15 miles · 5 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 206 miles
  • 2021 – 15 miles
  • 2018 – 260,000 miles
  • 2017 – 260,000 miles
  • 2016 – 260,000 miles
  • 2015 – 256,857 miles
  • 2014 – 245,350 miles
  • 2013 – 233,272 miles
  • 2012 – 216,633 miles
  • 2011 – 204,001 miles
  • 2010 – 191,233 miles
  • 2009 – 177,846 miles
  • 2008 – 161,637 miles
  • 2007 – 150,911 miles
  • 2006 – 141,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside covered in underseal

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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Prop central bearing in poor state

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass206 miles (+191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    206 miles
    Test number
    805011923522
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in underseal

  2. Pass15 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    15 miles
    Test number
    104602924235
    • AdvisoryProp central bearing in poor state
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail6 miles (-259,994)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6 miles
    Test number
    174380504356
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Corroded
    • AdvisoryProp central bearing in poor state
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass260,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    260,000 miles
    Test number
    259827136854
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail260,000 miles6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,000 miles
    Test number
    358008630227
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass260,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    260,000 miles
    Test number
    531377372578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail260,000 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,000 miles
    Test number
    333604878464
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  8. Pass260,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    260,000 miles
    Test number
    165847334113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail260,000 miles (+3,143)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,000 miles
    Test number
    581449787799
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass256,857 miles (+317)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    256,857 miles
    Test number
    165349645496
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail256,540 miles (+11,190)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,540 miles
    Test number
    155371945042
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass245,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    245,350 miles
    Test number
    939356134016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail245,336 miles (+12,064)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,336 miles
    Test number
    895966934069
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass233,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    233,272 miles
    Test number
    707222453017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail233,272 miles (+16,639)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,272 miles
    Test number
    149022553067
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.2.D.2c)
    • NoteN0 4 injector wet

  16. Pass216,633 miles (+195,000)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    216,633 miles
    Test number
    128750042054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail21,633 miles (-182,368)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,633 miles
    Test number
    495838632093
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass204,001 miles (+12,768)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    204,001 miles
    Test number
    417575051034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass191,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    191,233 miles
    Test number
    794118550008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail191,233 miles (+13,387)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,233 miles
    Test number
    161728340400
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass177,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    177,846 miles
    Test number
    654502159070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail177,846 miles (+16,209)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,846 miles
    Test number
    813570859008
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass161,637 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    161,637 miles
    Test number
    172002638027
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteFront suspension arm bushes perished
    • NoteRear tyres getting low/nail in n s r tyre
    • NoteUnable to fully check front underbody due to covers

  24. Fail161,637 miles (+10,726)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,637 miles
    Test number
    291652038040
    • Repaired at testFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteFront suspension arm bushes perished
    • NoteRear tyres getting low/nail in n s r tyre
    • NoteUnable to fully check front underbody due to covers

  25. Pass150,911 miles (+9,842)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    150,911 miles
    Test number
    933062337060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise outer sill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sill panels for corrosion

  26. Pass141,069 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    141,069 miles
    Test number
    250781356089
    • NoteAdvise outer sill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sill panels for corrosion
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about J168 TFP

Does J168 TFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J168 TFP is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J168 TFP?
The MOT on J168 TFP is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J168 TFP done?
J168 TFP was recorded at 206 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026.
Has J168 TFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J168 TFP has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on J168 TFP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 7 Feb 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J168 TFP find?
J168 TFP passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: underside covered in underseal.

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