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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

Black · Petrol · 1992 · 1,997 cc

K57 WFCMOT history

K57 WFC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 21 Oct 1992. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 124,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
124,122 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K57 WFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
21 Oct 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K57 WFC was last recorded at 124,122 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 637 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,485 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
637 miles
Average per year
2,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,122 miles
  • 2025 – 123,485 miles
  • 2024 – 122,768 miles
  • 2023 – 121,401 miles
  • 2022 – 119,704 miles
  • 2021 – 118,023 miles
  • 2020 – 115,531 miles
  • 2019 – 111,393 miles
  • 2018 – 107,475 miles
  • 2017 – 104,505 miles
  • 2016 – 100,029 miles
  • 2015 – 95,655 miles
  • 2013 – 91,516 miles
  • 2012 – 87,204 miles
  • 2011 – 82,371 miles
  • 2010 – 75,833 miles
  • 2008 – 72,493 miles
  • 2007 – 68,564 miles
  • 2006 – 64,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,122 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Pad lining fallen off of backing plate (1.1.13 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded At brake hose joint (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill near door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill near door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Front to back
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Sill rusty
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm cuts in tread and chucks missing (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Sill rusty
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe very rusty

What MOT failures 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Slight play in n/s/f steering idle arm / mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Stone chip

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail124,122 miles (+637)1 dangerous4 major19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,122 miles
    Test number
    111879444212
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Pad lining fallen off of backing plate (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded At brake hose joint (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill near door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill near door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Front to back
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm cuts in tread and chucks missing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sill rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe very rusty

  2. Pass123,485 miles17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    123,485 miles
    Test number
    603234055776
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar links rusty
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor fusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush under bonnet (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush under bonnet (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen

  3. Fail123,485 miles (+717)1 repaired17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,485 miles
    Test number
    702305569346
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar links rusty
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor fusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush under bonnet (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush under bonnet (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen

  4. Pass122,768 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    122,768 miles
    Test number
    117569400742
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f steering idle arm / mount
    • AdvisoryStone chip and in windscreen

  5. Fail122,745 miles (+1,344)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,745 miles
    Test number
    387774182980
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Next to suspension mount And under battery (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt missing Centre belt (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f steering idle arm / mount

  6. Pass121,401 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,401 miles
    Test number
    134424001485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStone chip

  7. Fail121,401 miles (+1,697)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,401 miles
    Test number
    782931055400
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStone chip

  8. Pass119,704 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,704 miles
    Test number
    316010825114
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  9. Fail119,703 miles (+1,680)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,703 miles
    Test number
    833109157133
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,023 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    118,023 miles
    Test number
    284638993228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,020 miles (+2,489)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,020 miles
    Test number
    286181690177
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass115,531 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,531 miles
    Test number
    770323097833
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail115,478 miles (+4,085)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,478 miles
    Test number
    748244362677
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass111,393 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,393 miles
    Test number
    396301587501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,297 miles (+3,822)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,297 miles
    Test number
    941391088373
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread

  16. Pass107,475 miles (+2,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    107,475 miles
    Test number
    953921302448
    • AdvisoryO/side front brake pipe rusty

  17. Pass104,505 miles (+33)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    104,505 miles
    Test number
    954351998755
    • AdvisoryFront top suspension mounts starting to split
    • AdvisoryN/side front brake disc condition poor
    • AdvisoryN/side rear brake discs condition poor
    • AdvisoryO/side front brake pipe rusty
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes rusty

  18. Fail104,472 miles (+4,443)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,472 miles
    Test number
    782094948553
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Fuel system component insecure fuel pump mounting broken (7.2.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Propshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing rubber joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass100,029 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    100,029 miles
    Test number
    526246539925
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail100,029 miles (+4,374)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,029 miles
    Test number
    249095313804
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass95,655 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,655 miles
    Test number
    906827755052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,649 miles (+4,133)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,649 miles
    Test number
    617334355078
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass91,516 miles (+4,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    91,516 miles
    Test number
    377057523199
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass87,204 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,204 miles
    Test number
    556479422107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Fail87,196 miles (+4,825)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,196 miles
    Test number
    239251122104
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass82,371 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,371 miles
    Test number
    196387381406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail82,331 miles (+6,498)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,331 miles
    Test number
    539899821079
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  28. Pass75,833 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,833 miles
    Test number
    540803220077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass72,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    72,493 miles
    Test number
    702584368399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail72,493 miles (+3,929)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,493 miles
    Test number
    284835158387
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  31. Pass68,564 miles (+4,427)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    68,564 miles
    Test number
    512189547376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass64,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,137 miles
    Test number
    842125516293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K57 WFC

Does K57 WFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K57 WFC is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K57 WFC?
The MOT on K57 WFC is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K57 WFC done?
K57 WFC was recorded at 124,122 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 2,965 miles a year.
Has K57 WFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K57 WFC has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K57 WFC 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 K57 WFC find?
K57 WFC failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 19 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pad lining fallen off of backing plate; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded at brake hose joint; nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill near door pillar, and 21 more.

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