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Mercedes-Benz 190 E

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,997 cc

L98 TGHMOT history

L98 TGH is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 190 E first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 135,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
135,523 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L98 TGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
190 E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L98 TGH was last recorded at 135,523 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 6,349 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Mar 2024: 114,728 miles, lower than 115,724 miles on 23 Oct 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
129,174 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,349 miles
Average per year
3,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,523 miles
  • 2025 – 129,174 miles
  • 2024 – 124,416 miles
  • 2021 – 115,724 miles
  • 2020 – 114,418 miles
  • 2019 – 113,623 miles
  • 2018 – 112,737 miles
  • 2017 – 111,904 miles
  • 2016 – 109,016 miles
  • 2015 – 106,379 miles
  • 2013 – 105,516 miles
  • 2012 – 105,345 miles
  • 2011 – 104,704 miles
  • 2010 – 104,502 miles
  • 2008 – 101,232 miles
  • 2007 – 95,357 miles
  • 2006 – 85,392 miles
  • 2005 – 65,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,523 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.

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,523 miles (+6,349)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    135,523 miles
    Test number
    627908733328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,174 miles (+4,758)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    129,174 miles
    Test number
    418057805488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass124,416 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    124,416 miles
    Test number
    588715105686
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail124,416 miles (+9,688)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,416 miles
    Test number
    247145972382
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass114,728 miles (-996)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,728 miles
    Test number
    545790156961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,724 miles (+1,306)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    115,724 miles
    Test number
    818583032680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,418 miles (+795)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    114,418 miles
    Test number
    311895775086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,623 miles (+886)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,623 miles
    Test number
    409089531148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,737 miles (+833)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,737 miles
    Test number
    899705766935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    111,904 miles
    Test number
    199533554891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,904 miles (+2,888)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,904 miles
    Test number
    334582183469
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass109,016 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,016 miles
    Test number
    663238732778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,379 miles (+863)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    106,379 miles
    Test number
    106452505448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,516 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    105,516 miles
    Test number
    876146573214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    105,345 miles
    Test number
    279465372245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail105,345 miles (+641)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,345 miles
    Test number
    666905772284
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass104,704 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    104,704 miles
    Test number
    315413771499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail104,502 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,502 miles
    Test number
    440502970247
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass104,502 miles (+3,270)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    104,502 miles
    Test number
    452232570271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass101,232 miles19 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    101,232 miles
    Test number
    473832858435
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  21. Fail101,232 miles (+5,875)20 repaired19 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,232 miles
    Test number
    582822058341
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  22. Pass95,357 miles22 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    95,357 miles
    Test number
    184102167365
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  23. Fail95,357 miles (+9,965)16 repaired22 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,357 miles
    Test number
    374162867347
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  24. Pass85,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    85,392 miles
    Test number
    334925806301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail85,392 miles (+20,011)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,392 miles
    Test number
    694135706339
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass65,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    65,381 miles
    Test number
    303753665284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L98 TGH

Does L98 TGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L98 TGH is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L98 TGH?
The MOT on L98 TGH is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L98 TGH done?
L98 TGH was recorded at 135,523 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 3,338 miles a year.
Has L98 TGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L98 TGH has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L98 TGH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Mar 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L98 TGH find?
L98 TGH passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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