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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

Silver · Petrol · 1992 · 1,997 cc

J889 OFVMOT history

J889 OFV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 30 Dec 1992. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 157,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
157,339 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J889 OFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
30 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J889 OFV was last recorded at 157,339 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 1,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,127 miles · 26 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,212 miles
Average per year
1,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,339 miles
  • 2024 – 156,127 miles
  • 2023 – 153,301 miles
  • 2022 – 149,859 miles
  • 2019 – 149,830 miles
  • 2017 – 148,967 miles
  • 2016 – 148,136 miles
  • 2015 – 146,756 miles
  • 2014 – 145,648 miles
  • 2013 – 143,046 miles
  • 2012 – 140,603 miles
  • 2011 – 138,617 miles
  • 2010 – 136,804 miles
  • 2009 – 134,499 miles
  • 2008 – 132,499 miles
  • 2007 – 130,140 miles
  • 2006 – 125,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,339 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive subframe mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Central Rear Oil leak Rear differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Lens holed (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,339 miles (+1,212)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    157,339 miles
    Test number
    623338429954
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive subframe mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  2. Pass156,127 miles (+2,826)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    156,127 miles
    Test number
    930074263077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass153,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    153,301 miles
    Test number
    280082590327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail153,301 miles (+3,442)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,301 miles
    Test number
    201926771445
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass149,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    149,859 miles
    Test number
    741565035545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail149,859 miles (+29)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,859 miles
    Test number
    616414899316
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner cill and floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner cill and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner cill and floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner cill and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail149,830 miles (+863)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,830 miles
    Test number
    737364966397
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner cill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner cill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass148,967 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    148,967 miles
    Test number
    633144596928
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak Rear differential
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Lens holed (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  9. Fail148,965 miles (+829)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,965 miles
    Test number
    993503687626
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak Rear differential
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Lens holed (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  10. Pass148,136 miles (+1,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    148,136 miles
    Test number
    962229200686
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass146,756 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    146,756 miles
    Test number
    968754474619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass145,648 miles (+2,602)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    145,648 miles
    Test number
    469685324434
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn to legal limit

  13. Pass143,046 miles (+2,443)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    143,046 miles
    Test number
    115742623355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass140,603 miles (+1,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    140,603 miles
    Test number
    348497302349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass138,617 miles (+1,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    138,617 miles
    Test number
    266114211356
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass136,804 miles (+2,305)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    136,804 miles
    Test number
    963215210391
    • NoteBoth front and front to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

  17. Pass134,499 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    134,499 miles
    Test number
    324154799293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail134,486 miles (+1,987)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,486 miles
    Test number
    521464499242
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass132,499 miles (+2,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    132,499 miles
    Test number
    964433528305
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass130,140 miles (+2,266)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    130,140 miles
    Test number
    431293327420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

  21. Pass127,874 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    127,874 miles
    Test number
    900872617020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail127,822 miles (+2,337)8 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,822 miles
    Test number
    223569407071
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCasing on o/s/r shocker loose

  23. Pass125,485 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    125,485 miles
    Test number
    650373706036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about J889 OFV

Does J889 OFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J889 OFV is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on J889 OFV?
The MOT on J889 OFV is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J889 OFV done?
J889 OFV was recorded at 157,339 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 1,602 miles a year.
Has J889 OFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J889 OFV has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on J889 OFV 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 J889 OFV find?
J889 OFV passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush, and 3 more.

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