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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 2,599 cc

L4 VAHMOT history

L4 VAH is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 27 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 143,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2023
Mileage
143,124 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 VAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,599 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
27 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 VAH was last recorded at 143,124 miles on 29 Nov 2022, 2,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,089 miles · 25 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
2,035 miles
Average per year
3,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,124 miles
  • 2021 – 141,089 miles
  • 2020 – 139,098 miles
  • 2019 – 136,122 miles
  • 2018 – 135,449 miles
  • 2017 – 130,120 miles
  • 2016 – 127,515 miles
  • 2014 – 121,332 miles
  • 2013 – 115,615 miles
  • 2012 – 114,809 miles
  • 2011 – 111,081 miles
  • 2010 – 102,712 miles
  • 2008 – 95,594 miles
  • 2007 – 89,188 miles
  • 2006 – 82,641 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,124 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread measured 3mm (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread measured 3mm low on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear exhaust rubber missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • All brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,124 miles (+2,035)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    143,124 miles
    Test number
    172948892866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread measured 3mm (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread measured 3mm low on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass141,089 miles (+1,991)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    141,089 miles
    Test number
    504653592706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass139,098 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,098 miles
    Test number
    210567810932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber missing
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryAll springs corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel lines corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle generally corroded

  4. Fail139,098 miles (+2,976)4 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,098 miles
    Test number
    252666092220
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber missing
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryAll springs corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel lines corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle generally corroded

  5. Pass136,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    136,122 miles
    Test number
    712040742029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail136,122 miles (+673)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,122 miles
    Test number
    325599445853
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low adjusted near side front headlamp aim as aim to low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass135,449 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    135,449 miles
    Test number
    807076279011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Final Drive

  8. Fail135,421 miles (+5,301)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,421 miles
    Test number
    857163877826
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Final drive

  9. Pass130,120 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    130,120 miles
    Test number
    835619250285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Fail130,120 miles (+2,605)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,120 miles
    Test number
    442318166669
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass127,515 miles (+6,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    127,515 miles
    Test number
    265045390598
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail121,332 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,332 miles
    Test number
    316724324408
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear jacking points corroded

  13. Pass121,332 miles (+5,717)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    121,332 miles
    Test number
    995764224262
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear jacking points corroded

  14. Pass115,615 miles (+806)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    115,615 miles
    Test number
    368451323412
    • NoteMinor crack in the nearside headlight lens.

  15. Pass114,809 miles (+3,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    114,809 miles
    Test number
    285364192125
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass111,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    111,081 miles
    Test number
    425391401272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail111,081 miles (+8,369)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,081 miles
    Test number
    606039791155
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass102,712 miles (+7,118)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    102,712 miles
    Test number
    913345110023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass95,594 miles (+6,406)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    95,594 miles
    Test number
    240532758020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail89,188 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,188 miles
    Test number
    572370647098
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass89,188 miles (+6,547)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    89,188 miles
    Test number
    840180547045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,641 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,641 miles
    Test number
    361179936089
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  23. Pass82,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    82,641 miles
    Test number
    744109036093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 VAH

Does L4 VAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 VAH expired on 28 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 VAH?
The MOT on L4 VAH expired on 28 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 VAH done?
L4 VAH was recorded at 143,124 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2022, an average of 3,599 miles a year.
Has L4 VAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 VAH has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on L4 VAH 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 L4 VAH find?
L4 VAH passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread measured 3mm; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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