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Mercedes-Benz 190

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,997 cc

L104 XJUMOT history

L104 XJU is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 first used on 17 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 124,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
124,847 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L104 XJU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
17 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L104 XJU was last recorded at 124,847 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 4,645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,202 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,645 miles
Average per year
599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,847 miles
  • 2025 – 120,202 miles
  • 2021 – 120,158 miles
  • 2008 – 120,122 miles
  • 2006 – 119,698 miles
  • 2005 – 112,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,847 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

9 tests since 19 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,847 miles (+4,645)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    124,847 miles
    Test number
    738975857641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass120,202 miles (+44)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    120,202 miles
    Test number
    387099000028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slightly long travel
  3. Pass120,158 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    120,158 miles
    Test number
    921003611993
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arm bushes cracking/perishing
  4. Fail120,150 miles (+28)3 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,150 miles
    Test number
    856699444744
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arm bushes cracking/perishing
  5. Pass120,122 miles (+6)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    120,122 miles
    Test number
    851064268143
    • DangerousFuel pipe/s corroded
  6. Fail120,116 miles (+418)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,116 miles
    Test number
    363701968182
    • DangerousFuel pipe/s corroded
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
  7. Pass119,698 miles (+13)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    119,698 miles
    Test number
    323644706317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth sides rear brake flexy hoses ferrules corroded.
  8. Fail119,685 miles (+7,132)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,685 miles
    Test number
    584303306318
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth sides rear brake flexy hoses ferrules corroded.
  9. Pass112,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    112,553 miles
    Test number
    411152895240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L104 XJU

Does L104 XJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L104 XJU is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L104 XJU?
The MOT on L104 XJU is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L104 XJU done?
L104 XJU was recorded at 124,847 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 599 miles a year.
Has L104 XJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L104 XJU has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on L104 XJU 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 L104 XJU find?
L104 XJU passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 13 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing area, and 10 more.

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