Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz 190 E

White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,797 cc

L47 JSHMOT history

L47 JSH is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 1 Apr 1994. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 94,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2024
Mileage
94,035 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,929 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L47 JSH in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L47 JSH
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
1994
First used
1 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L47 JSH was last recorded at 94,035 miles on 24 Feb 2025, 4,087 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,948 miles · 2 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
4,087 miles
Average per year
1,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,035 miles
  • 2023 – 89,948 miles
  • 2022 – 86,605 miles
  • 2021 – 86,553 miles
  • 2019 – 82,279 miles
  • 2018 – 73,821 miles
  • 2017 – 69,549 miles
  • 2016 – 67,758 miles
  • 2015 – 66,175 miles
  • 2014 – 65,710 miles
  • 2013 – 62,472 miles
  • 2012 – 62,392 miles
  • 2011 – 61,727 miles
  • 2009 – 60,787 miles
  • 2008 – 59,808 miles
  • 2007 – 58,432 miles
  • 2006 – 57,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,035 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch near shock mount upper (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported flexy chaffing (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn all rear suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated all brake flexi pipes on car

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside front both front tyres wearing at edges 205/55/16@3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Vehicle under side coated in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,035 miles (+4,087)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,035 miles
    Test number
    318760986352
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch near shock mount upper (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported flexy chaffing (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn all rear suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass89,948 miles (+3,343)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    89,948 miles
    Test number
    304654355289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass86,605 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    86,605 miles
    Test number
    214206806887
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail86,575 miles (+22)10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,575 miles
    Test number
    408488165479
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorIntegral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced offside sill not seam welded (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail86,553 miles (+4,274)2 dangerous5 major1 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,553 miles
    Test number
    325848500874
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected o/s and n/s (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to condition of brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to adverse revs during test and cutting out at idle (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced to centre inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryA/C pipe cut
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive o/s and n/s inner strut areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket insecure however system still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head lamp has slight play (aim not affected)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer jet inop however o/s jet supplies enough to clear screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber missing however system still secure
    • AdvisoryRear o/s and n/s shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyre wearing close to wear bands 205-55-16
    • AdvisoryIntake pipe split
  6. Pass82,279 miles (+8,458)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,279 miles
    Test number
    375074521613
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed
  7. Pass73,821 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    73,821 miles
    Test number
    423553427940
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all brake flexi pipes on car (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside front both front tyres wearing at edges 205/55/16@3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under side coated in underseal
  8. Fail73,820 miles (+4,271)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,820 miles
    Test number
    222384515985
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all brake flexi pipes on car (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside front both front tyres wearing at edges 205/55/16@3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under side coated in underseal
  9. Pass69,549 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    69,549 miles
    Test number
    989736195443
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished and cracking on outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated with grease
  10. Fail69,544 miles (+1,786)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,544 miles
    Test number
    539684462005
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking at brake pipe/hose join (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor panel (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished and cracking on outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated with grease
  11. Pass67,758 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    67,758 miles
    Test number
    889122038623
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated unable to fully inspect
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre sidewalls cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside front floor corroded
    • AdvisorySigns of fuel leak no leak at time of test
  12. Fail67,757 miles (+1,582)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,757 miles
    Test number
    479733085044
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated unable to fully inspect
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre sidewalls cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside front floor corroded
    • AdvisorySigns of fuel leak no leak at time of test
  13. Pass66,175 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    66,175 miles
    Test number
    858927425804
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Fail66,174 miles (+464)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,174 miles
    Test number
    867509070071
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  15. Pass65,710 miles (+3,238)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    65,710 miles
    Test number
    806555834336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,472 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,472 miles
    Test number
    138300183203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,392 miles (+665)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,392 miles
    Test number
    858039952175
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly tight
  18. Pass61,727 miles (+940)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    61,727 miles
    Test number
    878674821018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,787 miles (+979)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    60,787 miles
    Test number
    650530469116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,808 miles (+1,376)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    59,808 miles
    Test number
    970519078013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,432 miles (+1,247)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    58,432 miles
    Test number
    943730867052
    • NoteFront suspenson rusty
  22. Pass57,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    57,185 miles
    Test number
    164706916051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L47 JSH

Does L47 JSH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L47 JSH expired on 1 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L47 JSH?
The MOT on L47 JSH expired on 1 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L47 JSH done?
L47 JSH was recorded at 94,035 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2025, an average of 1,929 miles a year.
Has L47 JSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L47 JSH has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L47 JSH 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 L47 JSH find?
L47 JSH failed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2025 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive, and 11 more.

Browse all L47 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.