Mercedes-Benz 230
Silver · Petrol · 1990 · 2,299 cc
MRX 2MOT history
MRX 2 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 1 Aug 1990. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 86,338 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 28 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 86,338 mi
- At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 18
- 11 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 1,172 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- MRX 2
- Registration format
- Dateless
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- 230
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,299 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1990
- First used
- 1 Aug 1990
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
MRX 2 was last recorded at 86,338 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 8 Aug 2024: 86,318 miles, lower than 138,724 miles on 31 Mar 2017.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 86,324 miles · 30 Sept 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 14 miles
- Average per year
- 1,172 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 86,338 miles
- 2024 – 86,324 miles
- 2017 – 138,724 miles
- 2014 – 86,320 miles
- 2013 – 86,293 miles
- 2012 – 85,760 miles
- 2011 – 83,299 miles
- 2010 – 78,661 miles
- 2009 – 72,899 miles
- 2007 – 65,904 miles
- 2006 – 65,864 miles
- 2005 – 62,009 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass86,338 miles
- AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded, covered in grease or other materialRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryFuel Pipes corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded but not seriously weakenedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013
Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010
Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010
Full MOT history
18 tests since 27 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass86,338 miles (+14)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 86,338 miles
- Test number
- 261863855013
- AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material
- AdvisoryFuel Pipes corroded
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded but not seriously weakened
Pass86,324 miles (+6)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 86,324 miles
- Test number
- 454429326719
- AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material
- AdvisoryFuel Pipes corroded
- AdvisorySuspension components corroded but not seriously weakened
Fail86,318 miles (-52,406)2 dangerous9 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,318 miles
- Test number
- 785590535126
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear sub frame and suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail138,724 miles (+52,404)12 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,724 miles
- Test number
- 459611942083
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear boot floor coroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear boot floor coroded
- AdvisoryRear fuel pipes coroded
Pass86,320 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 86,320 miles
- Test number
- 125100494169
No defects or advisories recorded.
FailMileage not read1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 245435484148
- FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Pass86,293 miles (+533)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 86,293 miles
- Test number
- 816062883192
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteFront wheel arches corroded
Pass85,760 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 85,760 miles
- Test number
- 219328152432
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail85,760 miles (+2,461)2 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,760 miles
- Test number
- 267598252123
- Repaired at testOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass83,299 miles (+25)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 83,299 miles
- Test number
- 277350261470
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail83,274 miles (+4,613)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,274 miles
- Test number
- 218718651113
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass78,661 miles (+5,762)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 78,661 miles
- Test number
- 254485250106
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Fail72,899 miles1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,899 miles
- Test number
- 170345059149
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Pass72,899 miles (+6,995)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 72,899 miles
- Test number
- 293265059173
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Pass65,904 miles (+40)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Dec 2008
- Odometer
- 65,904 miles
- Test number
- 232911057350
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,864 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 65,864 miles
- Test number
- 831221756201
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail65,864 miles (+3,855)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,864 miles
- Test number
- 302071356450
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Pass62,009 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jul 2006
- Odometer
- 62,009 miles
- Test number
- 680548305227
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about MRX 2
- What vehicle is registration MRX 2 currently assigned to?
- DVSA MOT records show MRX 2 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 1 Aug 1990. 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 MRX 2 currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MRX 2 is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on MRX 2?
- The MOT on MRX 2 is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has MRX 2 done?
- MRX 2 was recorded at 86,338 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 1,172 miles a year.
- Has MRX 2 ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. MRX 2 has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2024.
- Has the mileage on MRX 2 ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Aug 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on MRX 2 find?
- MRX 2 passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material; fuel pipes corroded; suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened.
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