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1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.6L Petrol · G698 LWP

G698 LWP

1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 E (2.6L, petrol). First registered 17/08/1989. Recorded mileage 151,403 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ 190 E
Year / Origin
1989 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20/09/2023
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
151,403 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 20/09/2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1989
Engine
2599cc

G698 LWP Key Findings

  • 22 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/09/2022
  • 151,403 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 5 historical MOT failures
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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G698 LWP Mileage History

  1. 07/02/2006653,787 mi
  2. 08/02/200691,985 mi-561,802 mi
  3. 23/01/200795,676 mi+3,691 mi
  4. 31/01/2008100,824 mi+5,148 mi
  5. 10/02/2009109,127 mi+8,303 mi
  6. 10/02/2009109,127 mi
  7. 25/01/2010117,213 mi+8,086 mi
  8. 04/02/2011125,663 mi+8,450 mi
  9. 31/01/2012130,473 mi+4,810 mi
  10. 09/04/2013132,274 mi+1,801 mi
  11. 10/04/2013132,276 mi+2 mi
  12. 04/04/2014133,362 mi+1,086 mi
  13. 30/03/2015133,500 mi+138 mi
  14. 06/04/2016134,420 mi+920 mi
  15. 05/04/2017137,418 mi+2,998 mi
  16. 09/04/2018137,449 mi+31 mi
  17. 09/04/2018137,449 mi
  18. 06/04/2019137,481 mi+32 mi
  19. 21/10/2020146,489 mi+9,008 mi
  20. 23/10/2020146,489 mi
  21. 22/09/2021148,102 mi+1,613 mi
  22. 21/09/2022151,403 mi+3,301 mi

Average of roughly -30,231 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

G698 LWP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 07:15
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

22 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 E (G698 LWP) between February 2006 and September 2022.

The record contains 17 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 21 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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: “Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm o”; “Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm ”; “Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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