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Mercedes-Benz 230

White · Petrol · 1984 · 2,299 cc

B206 UPPMOT history

B206 UPP is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 13 Nov 1984. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 181,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2025
Mileage
181,403 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,623 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B206 UPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
230
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
13 Nov 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

B206 UPP was last recorded at 181,403 miles on 26 Feb 2024, 3,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,254 miles · 13 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
3,149 miles
Average per year
2,623 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 181,403 miles
  • 2023 – 178,254 miles
  • 2022 – 176,961 miles
  • 2021 – 176,188 miles
  • 2020 – 175,972 miles
  • 2019 – 174,385 miles
  • 2018 – 172,717 miles
  • 2016 – 172,584 miles
  • 2014 – 168,929 miles
  • 2013 – 166,108 miles
  • 2012 – 162,411 miles
  • 2011 – 156,036 miles
  • 2010 – 153,390 miles
  • 2009 – 144,827 miles
  • 2008 – 139,792 miles
  • 2007 – 137,599 miles
  • 2006 – 135,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,403 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NEAR ANTI ROLL BAR MOUNT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,403 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    181,403 miles
    Test number
    796150760885
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail181,403 miles (+3,149)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,403 miles
    Test number
    186767692103
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass178,254 miles (+1,293)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    178,254 miles
    Test number
    358756486307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass176,961 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    176,961 miles
    Test number
    988113028488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NEAR ANTI ROLL BAR MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear FUEL LINES CORRODING

  5. Fail176,957 miles (+769)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,957 miles
    Test number
    668122079764
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength FLOOR PAN (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WHEEL ARCH NEAR SHOCK MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NEAR ANTI ROLL BAR MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear FUEL LINES CORRODING

  6. Pass176,188 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    176,188 miles
    Test number
    815755261987
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail176,186 miles (+214)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,186 miles
    Test number
    144231773428
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass175,972 miles (+1,587)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    175,972 miles
    Test number
    580341841941
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system corroded. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rust spot osf inner wing. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) also track rod ends.

  9. Pass174,385 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    174,385 miles
    Test number
    629840076271
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  10. Fail174,385 miles (+1,668)2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,385 miles
    Test number
    416892359904
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  11. Pass172,717 miles (+133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    172,717 miles
    Test number
    711457955149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass172,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    172,584 miles
    Test number
    865038205410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail172,584 miles (+3,655)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,584 miles
    Test number
    488435648011
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass168,929 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    168,929 miles
    Test number
    459913144457
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion on both outer sills at front jacking points

  15. Fail168,929 miles (+2,821)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,929 miles
    Test number
    657823144316
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion on both outer sills at front jacking points
    • NoteWipers torn

  16. Pass166,108 miles (+3,697)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    166,108 miles
    Test number
    815935143317
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteCorrosion on n/s outer sill

  17. Pass162,411 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    162,411 miles
    Test number
    819948942396
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteRust on o/s/r wheel arch

  18. Fail162,411 miles (+6,375)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,411 miles
    Test number
    407007742377
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRust on o/s/r wheel arch

  19. Pass156,036 miles (+2,646)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    156,036 miles
    Test number
    395366771407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades torn

  20. Pass153,390 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    153,390 miles
    Test number
    273347700395
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  21. Fail153,390 miles (+8,563)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,390 miles
    Test number
    351693900390
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  22. Pass144,827 miles (+5,035)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    144,827 miles
    Test number
    464740109447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass139,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    139,792 miles
    Test number
    514422708364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail139,789 miles (+2,190)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,789 miles
    Test number
    403702008482
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass137,599 miles (+1,718)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    137,599 miles
    Test number
    153067997285
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  26. Pass135,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    135,881 miles
    Test number
    393021596420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail135,881 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,881 miles
    Test number
    443931896241
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about B206 UPP

Does B206 UPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B206 UPP expired on 25 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B206 UPP?
The MOT on B206 UPP expired on 25 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B206 UPP done?
B206 UPP was recorded at 181,403 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2024, an average of 2,623 miles a year.
Has B206 UPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B206 UPP has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on B206 UPP 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 B206 UPP find?
B206 UPP passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2024 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; fuel pipe/s corroded; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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