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Mercedes-Benz 230

Silver · Petrol · 1992 · 2,299 cc

D1 PFXMOT history

D1 PFX is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 30 Dec 1992. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 170,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
170,311 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 PFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
230
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
30 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 PFX was last recorded at 170,311 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,310 miles · 10 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,311 miles
  • 2025 – 169,741 miles
  • 2024 – 167,324 miles
  • 2023 – 165,969 miles
  • 2022 – 163,276 miles
  • 2021 – 161,269 miles
  • 2019 – 160,600 miles
  • 2018 – 160,425 miles
  • 2017 – 159,736 miles
  • 2016 – 159,235 miles
  • 2015 – 158,305 miles
  • 2014 – 154,903 miles
  • 2013 – 150,200 miles
  • 2012 – 144,616 miles
  • 2011 – 139,322 miles
  • 2010 – 131,227 miles
  • 2009 – 122,462 miles
  • 2008 – 116,021 miles
  • 2007 – 107,674 miles
  • 2006 – 103,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,311 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various front and rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,311 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    170,311 miles
    Test number
    206478511916
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various front and rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail170,310 miles (+12)1 dangerous5 major2 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,310 miles
    Test number
    234208505757
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Fuel leaking from pipe near exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm mounting corroded/previously welded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm mounting corroded/previously welded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail170,298 miles (+557)2 dangerous3 major2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,298 miles
    Test number
    347162036417
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected Arm detached. (5.3.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Fuel leaking from pipe near exhaust. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/S/F, O/S/F, N/S/R and O/S/R. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Blowing from manifold. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe welded near both front suspension arms. Benefit of doubt giving to strength.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2012) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (2014) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2014) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (2012) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play N/S/F, O/S/F and O/S/R. (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass169,741 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    169,741 miles
    Test number
    177575663359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail169,739 miles (+2,415)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,739 miles
    Test number
    409690816759
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine not idling/poor running (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight lift in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass167,324 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    167,324 miles
    Test number
    684862222303
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail167,322 miles (+1,353)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,322 miles
    Test number
    730090137989
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing centre (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass165,969 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    165,969 miles
    Test number
    362228349403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut gaiters detreated
  9. Fail165,964 miles (+2,688)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,964 miles
    Test number
    400480672119
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from T to flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut gaiters detreated
  10. Pass163,276 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    163,276 miles
    Test number
    305955242991
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Fail163,264 miles (+1,995)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,264 miles
    Test number
    775076634315
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases emission test required after repair (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass161,269 miles (+669)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    161,269 miles
    Test number
    514353021468
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront coolant leak radiator area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass160,600 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    160,600 miles
    Test number
    306108463982
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator areas
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer ON LIMIT NOW (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ON LIMIT NOW (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating various places
    • AdvisoryOil residue engine and gearbox areas
    • AdvisoryOil residue rear diff areas
  14. Fail160,600 miles (+175)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,600 miles
    Test number
    381543517775
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator areas
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer ON LIMIT NOW (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ON LIMIT NOW (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating various places
    • AdvisoryOil residue engine and gearbox areas
    • AdvisoryOil residue rear diff areas
  15. Pass160,425 miles (+689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    160,425 miles
    Test number
    731055541108
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating with small leak
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipes coveerd in grease
  16. Pass159,736 miles (+501)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    159,736 miles
    Test number
    690291653885
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock shroud is insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass159,235 miles (+930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    159,235 miles
    Test number
    307893703291
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (7.1.2)
  18. Pass158,305 miles (+3,402)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    158,305 miles
    Test number
    558150885144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass154,903 miles (+4,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    154,903 miles
    Test number
    256769084436
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Pass150,200 miles (+5,584)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    150,200 miles
    Test number
    355196783146
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside and offside outer sills plastic covers fitted
  21. Pass144,616 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    144,616 miles
    Test number
    119354082128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass139,322 miles (+8,095)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    139,322 miles
    Test number
    806779181155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass131,227 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    131,227 miles
    Test number
    344769680164
    • NoteNear side and off side ouyer sills plastic covers
    • NoteNear side front tyres slightly perishing
  24. Fail131,225 miles (+8,763)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,225 miles
    Test number
    502129680131
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNear side and off side ouyer sills plastic covers
    • NoteNear side front tyres slightly perishing
  25. Pass122,462 miles (+6,441)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    122,462 miles
    Test number
    553832049195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass116,021 miles (+8,347)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    116,021 miles
    Test number
    811033438188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass107,674 miles (+4,659)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    107,674 miles
    Test number
    280768837144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass103,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    103,015 miles
    Test number
    460919026139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about D1 PFX

Does D1 PFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D1 PFX is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on D1 PFX?
The MOT on D1 PFX is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D1 PFX done?
D1 PFX was recorded at 170,311 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 3,329 miles a year.
Has D1 PFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 PFX has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on D1 PFX 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 D1 PFX find?
D1 PFX passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various front and rear pipes; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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