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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,797 cc

K44 ESBMOT history

K44 ESB is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 10 May 1993. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 105,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2023
Mileage
105,431 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K44 ESB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,797 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
10 May 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K44 ESB was last recorded at 105,431 miles on 26 Mar 2022, 2,967 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Oct 2015: 79,070 miles, lower than 745,384 miles on 31 Oct 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
102,464 miles · 9 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2,967 miles
Average per year
2,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 105,431 miles
  • 2021 – 102,464 miles
  • 2019 – 99,108 miles
  • 2018 – 90,300 miles
  • 2017 – 87,424 miles
  • 2016 – 84,972 miles
  • 2015 – 79,070 miles
  • 2014 – 745,384 miles
  • 2013 – 72,243 miles
  • 2012 – 71,620 miles
  • 2011 – 71,060 miles
  • 2010 – 69,640 miles
  • 2009 – 67,664 miles
  • 2008 – 65,323 miles
  • 2007 – 62,846 miles
  • 2006 – 61,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,431 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,431 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    105,431 miles
    Test number
    636747383816
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail105,431 miles (+2,967)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,431 miles
    Test number
    135658018344
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,464 miles (+3,356)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    102,464 miles
    Test number
    337820577381
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass99,108 miles (+8,808)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    99,108 miles
    Test number
    996713047839
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covered by plastic skirts

  5. Pass90,300 miles (+2,876)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,300 miles
    Test number
    171176220201
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covered by side skirts
    • AdvisoryBoth under sills corroded slightly

  6. Pass87,424 miles (+2,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    87,424 miles
    Test number
    157287023405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  7. Pass84,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    84,972 miles
    Test number
    811420134422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,971 miles (+5,901)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,971 miles
    Test number
    620081614543
    • FailureAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front inner d bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  9. Pass79,070 miles (-666,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    79,070 miles
    Test number
    987342548613
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box corroded

  10. Pass745,384 miles (+673,141)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    745,384 miles
    Test number
    267334304338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,243 miles (+623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,243 miles
    Test number
    209883703354
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass71,620 miles (+560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    71,620 miles
    Test number
    498374112315
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass71,060 miles (+1,420)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    71,060 miles
    Test number
    726122091295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass69,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,640 miles
    Test number
    851097280279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail69,640 miles (+1,976)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,640 miles
    Test number
    390867480496
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass67,664 miles (+2,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    67,664 miles
    Test number
    133073199242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass65,323 miles (+2,477)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    65,323 miles
    Test number
    881742298207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass62,846 miles (+1,726)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,846 miles
    Test number
    573215797224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass61,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    61,120 miles
    Test number
    613250696206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K44 ESB

Does K44 ESB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K44 ESB expired on 8 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K44 ESB?
The MOT on K44 ESB expired on 8 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K44 ESB done?
K44 ESB was recorded at 105,431 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2022, an average of 2,870 miles a year.
Has K44 ESB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K44 ESB has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on K44 ESB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K44 ESB find?
K44 ESB passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2022 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rear, and 5 more.

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