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Mercedes-Benz E

Green · Petrol · 1995 · 2,199 cc

M189 TMSMOT history

M189 TMS is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Jan 1995. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 135,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2024.

M189 TMS green Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2025
Mileage
135,134 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M189 TMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
1 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

M189 TMS was last recorded at 135,134 miles on 2 Sept 2024, 600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,534 miles · 2 May 2023
Between the last two tests
600 miles
Average per year
2,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,134 miles
  • 2023 – 134,534 miles
  • 2022 – 131,658 miles
  • 2021 – 130,703 miles
  • 2020 – 130,201 miles
  • 2019 – 128,420 miles
  • 2018 – 125,065 miles
  • 2017 – 123,647 miles
  • 2016 – 123,396 miles
  • 2015 – 122,024 miles
  • 2014 – 119,502 miles
  • 2012 – 119,118 miles
  • 2011 – 118,747 miles
  • 2010 – 118,300 miles
  • 2009 – 117,971 miles
  • 2008 – 115,836 miles
  • 2007 – 106,407 miles
  • 2006 – 90,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,134 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,134 miles (+600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    135,134 miles
    Test number
    715155073853
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass134,534 miles (+2,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    134,534 miles
    Test number
    778610134845
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,658 miles (+955)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,658 miles
    Test number
    746069017558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass130,703 miles (+11)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    130,703 miles
    Test number
    336212062083
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differencial (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail130,692 miles (+491)5 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,692 miles
    Test number
    580806971945
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass130,201 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    130,201 miles
    Test number
    447377804602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail130,199 miles (+1,779)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,199 miles
    Test number
    131075145739
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting boot floor / wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass128,420 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,420 miles
    Test number
    337305459740
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail128,420 miles (+3,355)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,420 miles
    Test number
    416771520278
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded as indicated (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass125,065 miles (+1,418)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,065 miles
    Test number
    484562431731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,647 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    123,647 miles
    Test number
    577245718817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,396 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    123,396 miles
    Test number
    574298601572
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle rusty

  13. Fail123,390 miles (+1,366)11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,390 miles
    Test number
    290731178783
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle rusty

  14. Pass122,024 miles (+2,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    122,024 miles
    Test number
    116037175005
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  15. Pass119,502 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    119,502 miles
    Test number
    446645694053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail119,500 miles (+382)7 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,500 miles
    Test number
    166783494420
    • FailureCentre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust front pipe to gearbox support mount missing
    • NoteN/S/R Reverse light inop
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle rusting

  17. Pass119,118 miles (+371)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    119,118 miles
    Test number
    138685862263
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake fluid change due

  18. Fail118,747 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,747 miles
    Test number
    296084061253
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass118,747 miles (+447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    118,747 miles
    Test number
    666884861283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass118,300 miles (+329)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    118,300 miles
    Test number
    364345160284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass117,971 miles (+2,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    117,971 miles
    Test number
    931731589262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass115,836 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    115,836 miles
    Test number
    352400698249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail115,836 miles (+9,429)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,836 miles
    Test number
    484590898258
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass106,407 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    106,407 miles
    Test number
    380000197213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside inner wing corroded outside prescribed aera

  25. Fail106,407 miles (+15,971)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,407 miles
    Test number
    580025177225
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside inner wing corroded outside prescribed area

  26. Pass90,436 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    90,436 miles
    Test number
    123141986478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail90,426 miles6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,426 miles
    Test number
    483342676041
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about M189 TMS

Does M189 TMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M189 TMS expired on 1 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M189 TMS?
The MOT on M189 TMS expired on 1 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M189 TMS done?
M189 TMS was recorded at 135,134 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2024, an average of 2,420 miles a year.
Has M189 TMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M189 TMS has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on M189 TMS 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 M189 TMS find?
M189 TMS passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4.

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