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H185 VKU

1991 Mercedes-benz 410

White Diesel 2842cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

144,250 mi
Last recorded144,250 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 410123,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH185 VKU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model410
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,842cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 144,250 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer, at allowable limit (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 144,250 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer, at allowable limit (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 137,258 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both ball joint dust covers deteriorated and joints notchy (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Dust cover deteriorated (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Dust cover deteriorated (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 128,869 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all joints (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 120,362 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all steering ball joint boots perished

slight play both front king pins

Pass 6 Jul 2021 116,160 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 116,160 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 116,122 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 115,511 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 114,305 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 112,007 miles

all tyres perrished

rust front brake discs

Pass 3 Nov 2015 111,443 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 110,483 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 109,570 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 107,020 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 107,020 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 103,133 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

front brake discs poor condition

slight inballance of front brakes

Pass 5 Nov 2010 99,005 miles

exhaust centre join rusty

Pass 11 Nov 2009 93,803 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 88,162 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 82,645 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 410?

Based on 5,983 MOT tests across 943 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
2,836
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
943
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 439
Headlamp aim too low 334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 288
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 285
fog lamp not working 261
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H185 VKU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 410 in White with a 2,842cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 410 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 123,664 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 410 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H185 VKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 410 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 410 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H185 VKU?

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What year was H185 VKU registered?

H185 VKU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 410, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H185 VKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H185 VKU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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