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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 1,997 cc

K30 LDMMOT history

K30 LDM is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 3 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 161,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2024
Mileage
161,886 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 LDM
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
1992
First used
3 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 LDM was last recorded at 161,886 miles on 25 Jul 2023, 214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,672 miles · 15 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
214 miles
Average per year
1,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 161,886 miles
  • 2022 – 161,672 miles
  • 2021 – 160,057 miles
  • 2020 – 160,031 miles
  • 2019 – 159,665 miles
  • 2018 – 158,743 miles
  • 2017 – 157,821 miles
  • 2016 – 156,743 miles
  • 2015 – 155,394 miles
  • 2014 – 153,969 miles
  • 2013 – 147,288 miles
  • 2012 – 145,220 miles
  • 2011 – 145,190 miles
  • 2010 – 143,874 miles
  • 2009 – 141,221 miles
  • 2008 – 138,578 miles
  • 2006 – 131,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,886 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,886 miles (+214)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    161,886 miles
    Test number
    959578532014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass161,672 miles (+1,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    161,672 miles
    Test number
    104665029610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass160,057 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    160,057 miles
    Test number
    619394717520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass160,031 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    160,031 miles
    Test number
    621228954414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass159,665 miles (+922)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    159,665 miles
    Test number
    500803130949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass158,743 miles (+922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    158,743 miles
    Test number
    397511554358
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All under body pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass157,821 miles (+1,078)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    157,821 miles
    Test number
    449506879534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass156,743 miles (+1,349)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    156,743 miles
    Test number
    922746967712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass155,394 miles (+1,425)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    155,394 miles
    Test number
    267819195145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass153,969 miles (+6,681)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    153,969 miles
    Test number
    739534914241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass147,288 miles (+31)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    147,288 miles
    Test number
    317208623473
    • NoteBoth front and offside rear brake hoses deterioated
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  12. Fail147,257 miles (+2,037)6 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,257 miles
    Test number
    386258053129
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear wheel slightly binding on
    • NoteUndertray insecure

  13. Pass145,220 miles (+30)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    145,220 miles
    Test number
    498920362113
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear flexi brake hose ferrells corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  14. Fail145,190 miles (+1,316)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,190 miles
    Test number
    705277711070
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll front anti rollbar bushes worn
    • NoteBoth front coil springs corroded
    • NoteBoth rear spring mounts corroded

  15. Pass143,874 miles (+2,653)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    143,874 miles
    Test number
    262590220077
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  16. Pass141,221 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    141,221 miles
    Test number
    211438609059
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Fail141,221 miles (+2,643)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,221 miles
    Test number
    534798809007
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass138,578 miles (+7,215)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    138,578 miles
    Test number
    410262218000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass131,363 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    131,363 miles
    Test number
    860462596220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail131,337 miles6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,337 miles
    Test number
    623043486208
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about K30 LDM

Does K30 LDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K30 LDM expired on 15 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K30 LDM?
The MOT on K30 LDM expired on 15 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K30 LDM done?
K30 LDM was recorded at 161,886 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2023, an average of 1,820 miles a year.
Has K30 LDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 LDM has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2013.
Has the mileage on K30 LDM 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 K30 LDM find?
K30 LDM passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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