1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.0L Petrol · F404 FWF
1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 E (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 1989. Recorded mileage 153,717 miles. MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 190 E
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 153,717 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F404 FWF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2026
- 153,717 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F404 FWF 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 E (F404 FWF) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 July 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: Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Emissions unable to be completed exhaust disconnected (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.
F404 FWF Mileage History
- 16/07/2024150,040 mi
- 16/07/2024150,040 mi
- 19/07/2025151,962 mi+1,922 mi
- 06/07/2026153,715 mi+1,753 mi
- 14/07/2026153,717 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 1,844 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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