MERCEDES 1901991 · 1.8L PETROL

The MOT history for this 1991 Mercedes 190 shows two recorded entries, both from over 15 years ago. The most recent entry on 2007-03-08 noted a timing chain noise, which was passed. A prior MOT in 2006-03-07 highlighted front brake pads wearing thin. These issues were addressed sufficiently to pass, but no further records exist to confirm ongoing maintenance or repairs. The vehicle’s mileage of 162,797 miles over 35 years equates to roughly 4,651 miles annually, which is low for its age. This suggests either light use or extended periods of inactivity, which can lead to component degradation from stagnation rather than wear. However, without recent MOT data, it is unclear whether the timing chain noise or brake pad condition has worsened or been resolved. The lack of MOT entries after 2007 means there is no evidence of recurring faults or improvements in the vehicle’s condition. The timing chain noise remains a potential risk, as unresolved issues in older engines can lead to sudden failure. The brake pad wear from 2006 also indicates that critical safety components may have been neglected if not inspected since.