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Mercedes-Benz 200

White · Petrol · 1988 · 1,997 cc

E129 XUDMOT history

E129 XUD is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz 200 first used on 7 Jan 1988. Its MOT is valid until 28 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Dec 2026
Mileage
106,079 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
E129 XUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
200
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
7 Jan 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

E129 XUD was last recorded at 106,079 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Nov 2013: 88,084 miles, lower than 98,592 miles on 29 Nov 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
105,566 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
513 miles
Average per year
706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,079 miles
  • 2024 – 105,566 miles
  • 2023 – 105,336 miles
  • 2022 – 104,809 miles
  • 2021 – 104,634 miles
  • 2020 – 104,423 miles
  • 2019 – 104,063 miles
  • 2018 – 102,982 miles
  • 2017 – 102,386 miles
  • 2016 – 100,737 miles
  • 2015 – 99,897 miles
  • 2014 – 99,212 miles
  • 2013 – 88,084 miles
  • 2012 – 98,592 miles
  • 2011 – 98,336 miles
  • 2010 – 97,806 miles
  • 2009 – 97,497 miles
  • 2008 – 96,002 miles
  • 2007 – 93,697 miles
  • 2006 – 92,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,079 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryAll the brake pipes are covered / sprayed with protective grease coating
  • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers - thus not allowing full inspection

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,079 miles (+513)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    106,079 miles
    Test number
    584166270948
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll the brake pipes are covered / sprayed with protective grease coating
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers - thus not allowing full inspection

  2. Pass105,566 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,566 miles
    Test number
    258537667245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,336 miles (+527)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    105,336 miles
    Test number
    608067249279
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass104,809 miles (+175)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    104,809 miles
    Test number
    662754144515
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,634 miles (+211)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,634 miles
    Test number
    737583496073
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass104,423 miles (+360)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,423 miles
    Test number
    939571387075
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,063 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,063 miles
    Test number
    378749765802
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail104,063 miles (+1,081)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,063 miles
    Test number
    580900759041
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass102,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    102,982 miles
    Test number
    534352090094
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail102,982 miles (+596)2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,982 miles
    Test number
    928771348155
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay detected at both front wheels but within tollerances

  11. Pass102,386 miles (+1,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    102,386 miles
    Test number
    577296227399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside washer jet not working

  12. Pass100,737 miles (+840)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    100,737 miles
    Test number
    803975821429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,897 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    99,897 miles
    Test number
    438240600337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,212 miles (+11,128)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    99,212 miles
    Test number
    715186134318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,084 miles (-10,508)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    88,084 miles
    Test number
    426863733367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,592 miles (+256)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    98,592 miles
    Test number
    676294932325
    • NoteNearside steering idler slight play

  17. Pass98,336 miles (+530)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    98,336 miles
    Test number
    619563731371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,806 miles (+309)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    97,806 miles
    Test number
    601403040365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass97,497 miles (+1,495)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    97,497 miles
    Test number
    964912949311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass96,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    96,002 miles
    Test number
    944698438302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,002 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    96,002 miles
    Test number
    290148238384
    • NoteBulb warning light on
    • NoteRear box corroded and has minor leak

  22. Fail96,002 miles (+2,305)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,002 miles
    Test number
    523408838391
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBulb warning light on
    • NoteRear box corroded and has minor leak

  23. Pass93,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    93,697 miles
    Test number
    360463657303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail93,697 miles (+1,036)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,697 miles
    Test number
    361633657396
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  25. Pass92,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    92,661 miles
    Test number
    742789536380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about E129 XUD

Does E129 XUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on E129 XUD is valid until 28 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on E129 XUD?
The MOT on E129 XUD is valid until 28 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has E129 XUD done?
E129 XUD was recorded at 106,079 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 706 miles a year.
Has E129 XUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. E129 XUD has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on E129 XUD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Nov 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on E129 XUD find?
E129 XUD passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; all the brake pipes are covered / sprayed with protective grease coating; engine covers, under trays & sill covers - thus not allowing full inspection.

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