1989 Mercedes 190 2.5L Diesel · F693 JAO

The current roadworthiness status of this Mercedes-Benz 190 is excellent, reflecting a highly stable and well-maintained condition over the last four years. The most recent MOT on 29 April 2025 resulted in a clean pass with no recorded defects, continuing a trend of consistent compliance. The absence of any advisories across the last four annual inspections suggests that the vehicle has been subjected to proactive maintenance rather than reactive repairs, indicating a high standard of mechanical care. With an odometer reading of 104,488 miles after 37 years, the vehicle averages approximately 2,824 miles per annum. This low-mileage profile is consistent with a classic car that has likely seen light, seasonal use rather than daily commuting. The record shows a brief anomaly on 7 April 2022, where an initial failure was immediately rectified and followed by a pass on the same day. This suggests a minor oversight rather than a systemic mechanical failure, and the subsequent clean records confirm that no underlying issues have developed since that time. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on areas not always captured by the MOT, specifically the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes. While the test history is clean, vehicles of this vintage are prone to hidden corrosion in the jacking points, inner sills, and floor pans. Inspect the condition of rubber suspension bushes and fuel lines, as these components can perish during long periods of inactivity despite passing annual safety checks. Verify that the cooling system and engine gaskets show no signs of weeping, as the low annual mileage may mask issues related to seals drying out over time.