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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

Grey · Petrol · 1992 · 2,599 cc

K97 RBKMOT history

K97 RBK is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 7 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 132,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2024
Mileage
132,727 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2023
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K97 RBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,599 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
7 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K97 RBK was last recorded at 132,727 miles on 16 Aug 2023, 947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,780 miles · 26 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
947 miles
Average per year
2,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,727 miles
  • 2022 – 131,780 miles
  • 2016 – 131,770 miles
  • 2015 – 127,420 miles
  • 2014 – 126,037 miles
  • 2013 – 116,849 miles
  • 2011 – 112,610 miles
  • 2009 – 107,064 miles
  • 2007 – 101,630 miles
  • 2006 – 97,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,727 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.

  • Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

12 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,727 miles (+947)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,727 miles
    Test number
    524560574374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass131,780 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    131,780 miles
    Test number
    855694924912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail131,770 miles (+4,350)2 dangerous10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,770 miles
    Test number
    649653579578
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) insecure outer pad missing (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousThis vehicle is unfit to be used on the public highway
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  4. Pass127,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    127,420 miles
    Test number
    316966835036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail127,420 miles (+1,383)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,420 miles
    Test number
    136413035408
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  6. Pass126,037 miles (+9,188)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    126,037 miles
    Test number
    895097004077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass116,849 miles (+4,239)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    116,849 miles
    Test number
    645772303076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,610 miles (+5,546)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    112,610 miles
    Test number
    125507431118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,064 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    107,064 miles
    Test number
    594210199187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,630 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,630 miles
    Test number
    354989957179
    • Repaired at testHeadlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
  11. Pass101,630 miles (+3,855)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    101,630 miles
    Test number
    781879657198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    97,775 miles
    Test number
    544118826133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K97 RBK

Does K97 RBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K97 RBK expired on 25 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K97 RBK?
The MOT on K97 RBK expired on 25 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K97 RBK done?
K97 RBK was recorded at 132,727 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2023, an average of 2,023 miles a year.
Has K97 RBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K97 RBK has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2016.
Has the mileage on K97 RBK 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 K97 RBK find?
K97 RBK passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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