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Mercedes-Benz 208 D

White · Diesel · 1996 · 2,299 cc

P169 TWXMOT history

P169 TWX is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 208 D first used on 1 Nov 1996. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 111,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
111,750 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2024
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
P169 TWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
208 D
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P169 TWX was last recorded at 111,750 miles on 25 Apr 2024, 202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Mar 2019: 111,548 miles, lower than 192,349 miles on 20 Mar 2018.
  • 15 Feb 2021: 111,548 miles, lower than 111,552 miles on 20 Feb 2020.

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
111,548 miles · 3 May 2023
Between the last two tests
202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,750 miles
  • 2023 – 111,548 miles
  • 2022 – 111,548 miles
  • 2021 – 111,548 miles
  • 2020 – 111,552 miles
  • 2019 – 111,548 miles
  • 2018 – 192,349 miles
  • 2017 – 189,589 miles
  • 2016 – 186,104 miles
  • 2015 – 183,330 miles
  • 2014 – 180,396 miles
  • 2013 – 178,903 miles
  • 2012 – 170,505 miles
  • 2010 – 156,716 miles
  • 2009 – 142,430 miles
  • 2008 – 141,340 miles
  • 2007 – 130,213 miles
  • 2006 – 128,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all over front to rear (6.1.1 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOuter Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and inner sill both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all way round

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Corrosion to n/s/r sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    455200923817
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all over front to rear (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and inner sill both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    663082648186
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all over front to rear (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and inner sill both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    986379270184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass111,750 miles (+202)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    111,750 miles
    Test number
    219879674948
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass111,548 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    111,548 miles
    Test number
    886406811282
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all way round (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass111,548 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,548 miles
    Test number
    778561985846
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all way round (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail111,548 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,548 miles
    Test number
    240666358411
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all way round (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass111,548 miles (-4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,548 miles
    Test number
    610825332024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass111,552 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,552 miles
    Test number
    501969984975
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r sill

  10. Fail111,548 miles2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,548 miles
    Test number
    911514593024
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r sill

  11. Pass111,548 miles (-80,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    111,548 miles
    Test number
    897072156872
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass192,349 miles (+2,760)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    192,349 miles
    Test number
    305219296744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass189,589 miles (+3,485)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    189,589 miles
    Test number
    992938608624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass186,104 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    186,104 miles
    Test number
    144456432526
    • AdvisoryBattery slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lamp cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner wheel arch badly corroded but outside prescribed areas at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside front side light and dip beam slightly dim, beam pattern weak
    • AdvisorySeat belt latch cover missing

  15. Fail186,087 miles (+2,757)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,087 miles
    Test number
    663577187639
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear sping hanger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front spring hanger sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load drivers stalk (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNo plate light lens cover missing

  16. Pass183,330 miles (+2,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    183,330 miles
    Test number
    199776535419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass180,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    180,396 miles
    Test number
    818759444088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail180,396 miles (+1,493)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,396 miles
    Test number
    758849744033
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass178,903 miles (+8)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    178,903 miles
    Test number
    145756183082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  20. Fail178,895 miles (+8,390)4 dangerous14 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,895 miles
    Test number
    836389973099
    • DangerousBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • DangerousNearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  21. Pass170,505 miles (+13,789)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    170,505 miles
    Test number
    569560642056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak in/around engine bay area

  22. Pass156,716 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    156,716 miles
    Test number
    471135510481
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Fail156,716 miles (+14,286)3 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,716 miles
    Test number
    982985910324
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass142,430 miles (+1,090)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    142,430 miles
    Test number
    310607589496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass141,340 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    141,340 miles
    Test number
    554280188292
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Fail141,337 miles (+11,124)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,337 miles
    Test number
    833850188257
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass130,213 miles (+1,843)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    130,213 miles
    Test number
    963411887223
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass128,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    128,370 miles
    Test number
    104149666241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail128,370 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,370 miles
    Test number
    984099966224
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about P169 TWX

Does P169 TWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P169 TWX is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P169 TWX?
The MOT on P169 TWX is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P169 TWX done?
P169 TWX was recorded at 111,750 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2024.
Has P169 TWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P169 TWX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on P169 TWX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 25 Mar 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P169 TWX find?
P169 TWX passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; lower vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all over front to rear; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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