1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.6L Petrol · G185 ATL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent test conducted on 2 June 2025 at 38,818 miles resulted in no defects, maintaining a trend of successful inspections over the last four years. Following a single failure in May 2021, the car has cleared three consecutive tests without advisory notices, suggesting the current ownership has addressed immediate concerns and maintains high mechanical standards. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 36-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,078 miles per year. Data shows very limited movement between tests, for example, the car covered only 58 miles between June 2022 and December 2023, and just 60 miles between December 2023 and June 2025. While this low usage indicates minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long periods of standing often lead to degradation of rubber-based parts, fluid breakdown, and seal corrosion that does not always manifest through mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age-related decay rather than mileage-related wear. Although the record shows no recorded faults, the tester should verify the structural integrity of the chassis and sills for hidden corrosion, which often accumulates on older Mercedes Benz models. Given the low usage, inspect the brake calipers for seizing or pitting and check the suspension bushes and hydraulic hoses for cracking or perish rot. The tyres should also be examined for flat spotting, as rubber loses elasticity over time regardless of remaining tread depth.