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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,996 cc

L85 GUUMOT history

L85 GUU is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 6 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 109,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
109,607 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L85 GUU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
6 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L85 GUU was last recorded at 109,607 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 4,242 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,365 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,242 miles
Average per year
3,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,607 miles
  • 2025 – 105,365 miles
  • 2024 – 101,582 miles
  • 2023 – 98,968 miles
  • 2022 – 94,585 miles
  • 2021 – 90,652 miles
  • 2020 – 88,058 miles
  • 2019 – 85,534 miles
  • 2018 – 81,784 miles
  • 2017 – 78,658 miles
  • 2016 – 75,743 miles
  • 2015 – 72,345 miles
  • 2014 – 68,212 miles
  • 2013 – 63,765 miles
  • 2012 – 58,266 miles
  • 2011 – 53,377 miles
  • 2010 – 49,171 miles
  • 2009 – 45,526 miles
  • 2008 – 42,147 miles
  • 2007 – 38,404 miles
  • 2006 – 34,193 miles
  • 2005 – 30,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,607 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    109,607 miles
    Test number
    312401805877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail109,607 miles (+4,242)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,607 miles
    Test number
    625098342256
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass105,365 miles (+3,783)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    105,365 miles
    Test number
    228120173080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,582 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    101,582 miles
    Test number
    394516112426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  5. Fail101,582 miles (+2,614)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,582 miles
    Test number
    684905794853
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  6. Pass98,968 miles (+4,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    98,968 miles
    Test number
    286890313095
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass94,585 miles (+3,933)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    94,585 miles
    Test number
    489966706366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,652 miles (+2,594)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    90,652 miles
    Test number
    991584537960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,058 miles (+2,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    88,058 miles
    Test number
    985010775509
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass85,534 miles (+3,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    85,534 miles
    Test number
    581190423681
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass81,784 miles (+3,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,784 miles
    Test number
    747857209391
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass78,658 miles (+2,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,658 miles
    Test number
    540331332541
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass75,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    75,743 miles
    Test number
    179319506953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,743 miles (+3,398)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,743 miles
    Test number
    449098988537
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass72,345 miles (+4,133)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,345 miles
    Test number
    931479094705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,212 miles (+4,447)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    68,212 miles
    Test number
    949443324202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,765 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,765 miles
    Test number
    388675013476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,266 miles (+4,889)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,266 miles
    Test number
    417465512290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,377 miles (+4,206)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,377 miles
    Test number
    348860231203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail49,171 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,171 miles
    Test number
    390664220400
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Pass49,171 miles (+3,645)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,171 miles
    Test number
    941594420297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  22. Pass45,526 miles (+3,379)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,526 miles
    Test number
    714765829216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,147 miles (+3,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    42,147 miles
    Test number
    831253538246
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass38,404 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,404 miles
    Test number
    560006527256
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Fail38,404 miles (+4,211)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,404 miles
    Test number
    701066927217
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass34,193 miles (+3,544)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,193 miles
    Test number
    223706306267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    30,649 miles
    Test number
    652624225297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,649 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,649 miles
    Test number
    273564125210
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L85 GUU

Does L85 GUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L85 GUU is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L85 GUU?
The MOT on L85 GUU is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L85 GUU done?
L85 GUU was recorded at 109,607 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 3,764 miles a year.
Has L85 GUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L85 GUU has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L85 GUU 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 L85 GUU find?
L85 GUU passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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