Mercedes Benz 190 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz 190. Check any 190 by registration number below.

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83.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.8%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mercedes Benz 190 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz 190 has an average MOT pass rate of 83.4%, which is 6.8 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 190 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz 190 fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a body panel or body component damaged or corroded and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, or insecure, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your 190 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz 190, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz 190 performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 52 vehicles

88.5%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2002

Based on 99 vehicles

86.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

227k mi

2001

Based on 104 vehicles

81.7%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

269k mi

2000

Based on 85 vehicles

90.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

247k mi

1999

Based on 299 vehicles

88.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

274k mi

1998

Based on 162 vehicles

85.8%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

242k mi

1997

Based on 270 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1996

Based on 221 vehicles

86.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1995

Based on 207 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1994

Based on 183 vehicles

90.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1993

Based on 162 vehicles

80.2%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

20.2%

1992

Based on 253 vehicles

75.9%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

14.8%

1991

Based on 228 vehicles

77.6%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

14.7%

1990

Based on 308 vehicles

75.0%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

20.8%

1989

Based on 469 vehicles

72.9%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

22.5%

1988

Based on 164 vehicles

84.8%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

9.8%

1987

Based on 150 vehicles

67.3%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

28.8%

1986

Based on 121 vehicles

81.8%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.8%

1985

Based on 50 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.7%

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz 190

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz 190 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

10.4%

A body panel or body component damaged or corroded and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, or insecure

7.9%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

5.8%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

5.5%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

4.5%

Mercedes Benz 190 Common Faults & Repair Costs

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz 190

Mercedes Benz 190 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz 190 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 190?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 190 is 83.4% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz 190?

The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz 190 are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (10.4%), A body panel or body component damaged or corroded and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, or insecure (7.9%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (5.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mercedes Benz 190 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 83.4%, the Mercedes Benz 190 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz 190?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz 190?

Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz 190: 226,854 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 190 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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