1991 MERCEDES 190 E2.0L PETROL

This 1991 Mercedes 190 E shows a concerning and worsening trend regarding structural integrity and mechanical maintenance. While the low mileage of 97,805 suggests the vehicle may have spent significant time in storage, the recent MOT history indicates that long-term neglect is now manifesting as serious safety failures. The most critical issue is the progression of corrosion. The MOT history shows a consistent pattern of advisory notes regarding brake pipe corrosion and suspension mountings dating back to 2024. By January 2026, this escalated into a failure involving excessive corrosion on the nearside rear subframe mounting, which directly compromises the structural strength of the vehicle. The presence of floorpan corrosion and ongoing brake pipe issues suggests that the car has likely been exposed to moisture for extended periods, consistent with a vehicle that has seen little active use. Mechanical maintenance appears to be reactive rather than proactive. The recurring exhaust leaks, persistent tyre wear issues, and the recent failure involving play in the track rod and drag link ends point to a vehicle that is being driven on worn-out components. The fact that brake pipe corrosion has been flagged repeatedly since 2024 without a permanent resolution is a major red flag for any prospective buyer. The low annual mileage for a 35-year-old car is a double-edged sword.