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G590 PBV

1990 Mercedes Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

247,866 mi
Last recorded247,866 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes Motor Caravan91,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG590 PBV
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 247,866 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 247,866 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 244,357 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 239,212 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 5 Sep 2023 239,174 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 16 Jun 2022 232,621 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 226,218 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 219,889 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 219,889 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 214,057 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible mesh areas ON LIMIT NOW (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush play ON LIMIT NOW (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake servo/master cylinder corroding

drivers seat deteriorated

oil residue engine and gearbox areas

under body general corrosion

Pass 27 Jul 2018 213,954 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after flexible section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' mount - on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 209,537 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 204,859 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body area's within seat mounting point (5.2.6)

rear brakes have an imbalance, nearside rear brake has the lower effort

Pass 20 Jul 2015 199,214 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 193,011 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 189,190 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 184,290 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 177,958 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 172,305 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 166,068 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 160,101 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 155,511 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 146,947 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 146,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Caravan?

Based on 5,669 MOT tests across 350 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
1,905
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
position lamp(s) not working 97
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 83
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 77
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G590 PBV is a 1990 Mercedes Motor Caravan in White with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 91,344 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motor Caravan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G590 PBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 36 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G590 PBV registered?

G590 PBV is a 1990 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 July 1990.

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