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DBZ 179

1993 Mercedes-benz 190 E

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

261,028 mi
Last recorded261,028 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 E114,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBZ 179
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 E
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 261,028 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 258,245 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 256,238 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 254,965 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 254,933 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 254,317 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 254,202 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 254,164 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front bumper not fitted to vehicle at time of test

Pass 2 Mar 2012 252,940 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 251,712 miles

rear spring mountings show signs of corrosion

Fail 26 Feb 2011 251,712 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear spring mountings show signs of corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2010 249,674 miles

Advise front pro coupling worn.

Advise oil cooler pipes in engine bay touching brake pipe.

Advise rear exhaust pipe has cable ties in place of mounts.

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 246,485 miles

offside front metal brake pipe getting rusty

rear damper casings getting rusty

temporary fixing at rear silencer

Pass 26 Feb 2008 245,461 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 241,521 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 236,547 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190 E?

Based on 195,257 MOT tests across 25,797 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
2,855
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
25,797
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,113
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,846
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,803
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,185
position lamp(s) not working 3,386
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DBZ 179 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 E in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 114,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 E fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DBZ 179, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 E typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBZ 179?

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What year was DBZ 179 registered?

DBZ 179 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 190 E, first registered on 3 March 1993.

Is DBZ 179 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBZ 179 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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