1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5L Diesel · A297 VUS
1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 D (2.5L, diesel). First registered 13/08/1990. Recorded mileage 238,814 miles. MOT valid until 07/10/2027. Taxed until 01/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 190 D
- Year / Origin
- 1990 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/10/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/02/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 238,814 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1990
- Engine
- 2497cc
A297 VUS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/09/2026
- 238,814 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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A297 VUS Mileage History
- 30/09/2024227,579 mi
- 29/09/2025234,767 mi+7,188 mi
- 01/10/2025234,769 mi+2 mi
- 18/09/2026238,814 mi+4,045 mi
- 18/09/2026238,814 mi
Average of roughly 5,714 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
A297 VUS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 D (A297 VUS) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 38 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))”.
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