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Mercedes-Benz 230

Red · Diesel · 1973 · 2,197 cc

249 WTWMOT history

249 WTW is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 31 Dec 1973. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 71,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2026
Mileage
71,877 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2025
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
249 WTW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
230
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,197 cc
Year of manufacture
1973
First used
31 Dec 1973
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

249 WTW was last recorded at 71,877 miles on 17 Feb 2025, 6,421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,456 miles · 13 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
6,421 miles
Average per year
990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,877 miles
  • 2023 – 65,456 miles
  • 2021 – 62,075 miles
  • 2020 – 61,879 miles
  • 2018 – 61,272 miles
  • 2017 – 60,879 miles
  • 2016 – 60,216 miles
  • 2015 – 59,612 miles
  • 2013 – 59,130 miles
  • 2012 – 59,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,877 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Battery insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,877 miles (+6,421)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    71,877 miles
    Test number
    585370155735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass65,456 miles (+3,381)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    65,456 miles
    Test number
    746017841343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass62,075 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,075 miles
    Test number
    718982864250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,879 miles (+607)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    61,879 miles
    Test number
    741305489139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,272 miles (+393)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,272 miles
    Test number
    762631805912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    60,879 miles
    Test number
    249742565220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail60,879 miles (+663)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,879 miles
    Test number
    376252749896
    • Repaired at testFuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

  8. Pass60,216 miles (+604)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,216 miles
    Test number
    672704028187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,612 miles (+11)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,612 miles
    Test number
    156533915080
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteCentre brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteFront subframe rear bushes deteriated
    • NoteFuel lines corroded
    • NoteNearside front brake has slight fluctuation
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Fail59,601 miles (+471)8 failures2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,601 miles
    Test number
    828325205014
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteCentre brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteFront subframe rear bushes deteriated
    • NoteFuel lines corroded
    • NoteNearside front brake has slight fluctuation
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass59,130 miles (+11)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    59,130 miles
    Test number
    486927323101
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front floor corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing inner edge

  12. Fail59,119 miles (+42)9 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,119 miles
    Test number
    278830223108
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front floor corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing inner edge

  13. Pass59,077 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    59,077 miles
    Test number
    575223772035
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteNearside front floor corroded hole

Questions about 249 WTW

What vehicle is registration 249 WTW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 249 WTW on a red diesel Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 31 Dec 1973. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 249 WTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 249 WTW expired on 16 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 249 WTW?
The MOT on 249 WTW expired on 16 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 249 WTW done?
249 WTW was recorded at 71,877 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2025, an average of 990 miles a year.
Has 249 WTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 249 WTW has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2017.
Has the mileage on 249 WTW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 249 WTW find?
249 WTW passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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