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A18 ODH

1990 Mercedes-benz 190

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,106 mi
Last recorded110,106 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 190133,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 ODH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 110,106 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 110,106 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 109,896 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 109,697 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 109,635 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 109,626 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Pass 17 Feb 2011 109,798 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 109,701 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 109,598 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 109,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 109,562 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 109,558 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2006 109,537 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190?

Based on 63,879 MOT tests across 10,757 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
3,065
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
10,757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,604
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,199
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,098
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,046
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,698
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A18 ODH is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 190 in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 190 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 133,107 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,604 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 ODH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A18 ODH registered?

A18 ODH is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 190, first registered on 24 April 1990.

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The MOT history for A18 ODH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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