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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 1,997 cc

K42 KMYMOT history

K42 KMY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 15 Feb 1993. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 85,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
85,257 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
623 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K42 KMY
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
1993
First used
15 Feb 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K42 KMY was last recorded at 85,257 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 336 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,921 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
336 miles
Average per year
623 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,257 miles
  • 2024 – 84,921 miles
  • 2023 – 84,832 miles
  • 2022 – 84,677 miles
  • 2021 – 84,162 miles
  • 2020 – 83,887 miles
  • 2019 – 83,448 miles
  • 2018 – 82,912 miles
  • 2017 – 82,427 miles
  • 2016 – 81,613 miles
  • 2015 – 81,260 miles
  • 2014 – 80,784 miles
  • 2013 – 80,603 miles
  • 2012 – 80,167 miles
  • 2011 – 79,735 miles
  • 2010 – 78,958 miles
  • 2009 – 77,755 miles
  • 2008 – 76,355 miles
  • 2007 – 75,076 miles
  • 2006 – 73,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,257 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,257 miles (+336)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    85,257 miles
    Test number
    710478241550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass84,921 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    84,921 miles
    Test number
    636412384126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail84,908 miles (+76)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,908 miles
    Test number
    745275207014
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  4. Pass84,832 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    84,832 miles
    Test number
    990425709454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,677 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,677 miles
    Test number
    342546063841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,162 miles (+275)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,162 miles
    Test number
    259568235946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,887 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    83,887 miles
    Test number
    782223816243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,448 miles (+536)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,448 miles
    Test number
    637732929770
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  9. Pass82,912 miles (+485)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,912 miles
    Test number
    930246395454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,427 miles (+814)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    82,427 miles
    Test number
    995371603395
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft coupling worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering idler shaft has play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area

  11. Pass81,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,613 miles
    Test number
    883666885914
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre cracking

  12. Fail81,610 miles (+350)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,610 miles
    Test number
    421443766717
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracking (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre cracking

  13. Pass81,260 miles (+476)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,260 miles
    Test number
    458739055147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNear side front tyre cracking
    • NoteOff side front tyre cracking

  14. Pass80,784 miles (+181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,784 miles
    Test number
    708840064117
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass80,603 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    80,603 miles
    Test number
    266077353102
    • NotePlay in steering box inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVarious oil leaks

  16. Fail80,603 miles (+436)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,603 miles
    Test number
    556157953132
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NotePlay in steering box inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVarious oil leaks

  17. Pass80,167 miles (+432)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    80,167 miles
    Test number
    296618052463
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Note185/60 R15 both front tyres slightly perished (worn by age)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wiper blade slightly smearing

  18. Pass79,735 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,735 miles
    Test number
    546378351178
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail79,735 miles (+777)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,735 miles
    Test number
    255947351139
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass78,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,958 miles
    Test number
    240234040432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,958 miles (+1,203)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,958 miles
    Test number
    261834940421
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass77,755 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    77,755 miles
    Test number
    720744459109
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres show signs of cracking at their outer shoulders

  23. Fail77,755 miles (+1,400)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,755 miles
    Test number
    241222359172
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres show signs of cracking at their outer shoulders

  24. Pass76,355 miles (+1,279)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    76,355 miles
    Test number
    503707958181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,076 miles (+1,956)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    75,076 miles
    Test number
    801374447123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass73,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2007
    Odometer
    73,120 miles
    Test number
    262079726102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K42 KMY

Does K42 KMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K42 KMY is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K42 KMY?
The MOT on K42 KMY is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K42 KMY done?
K42 KMY was recorded at 85,257 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 623 miles a year.
Has K42 KMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K42 KMY has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on K42 KMY 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 K42 KMY find?
K42 KMY passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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