1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.0L Diesel · K461 AEH
1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 D (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15/10/1992. Recorded mileage 164,803 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 190 D
- Year / Origin
- 1992 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/09/2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 164,803 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1992
- Engine
- 1997cc
K461 AEH Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2025
- 164,803 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
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K461 AEH Mileage History
- 19/03/2022162,477 mi
- 19/09/2025164,802 mi+2,325 mi
- 30/09/2025164,803 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 658 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
K461 AEH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 D (K461 AEH) between March 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”; “Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))”; “Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise significant caution. While the
The primary concern with this vehicle is the evidence of significant rust. The September 2025 failure noted a holed jacking point and excessive corrosion of the brake pipes. You should seek professional confirmation of the quality of the repairs made to the inner vehicle structure and the brake system.
Be particularly wary of the 'undersealed' note in the most recent MOT. Undersealing can be used to protect a chassis, but it can also mask existing corrosion. Ensure you have a mechanic inspect the underside to determine if the underseal is covering sound metal or hiding further decay. Check for a comprehensive service history to see how the 1997cc diesel engine has been maintained over its 164,803-mile life.
The 2.0L diesel engine in the 190 D is generally economical, though fuel efficiency will be lower than modern diesel standards. As a 1992 model, it will fall into a lower insurance group, and road tax should be relatively modest, though you should verify the specific band for this engine size.
Maintenance costs are likely to be the highest expenditure. Given the recorded corrosion on the sub-frame and suspension arms, ongoing rust prevention and potential structural repairs will be necessary. Expect higher-than-average maintenance costs to keep a 30-year-old vehicle roadworthy.
Focus your inspection on the chassis and braking system. The MOT history explicitly mentions corroded front and rear brake pipes, as well as a leaking rear brake pipe. Verify that these have been replaced rather than patched.
Inspect the sub-frame and all suspension arms, as these were flagged as corroded in the September 2025 test. Specifically, examine the nearside rear area where a coil spring was previously fractured and the jacking point where structural corrosion was recorded. Use a torch and a probe to check for soft spots beneath the underseal.
This 1992 black Mercedes 190 D has covered 164,803 miles. The MOT history shows a clean pass in 2022, but a severe failure in September 2025 involving brake leaks, a fractured coil spring, and a holed inner vehicle structure at the jacking point. Although it passed 11 days later, the record explicitly notes the car has been undersealed and still carries advisories for corrosion on the sub-frame and suspension arms.
No aggregate MOT data is available for this specific model, though the 190 D is historically known for its engine longevity.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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