Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz 230

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,290 cc

P452 DEPMOT history

P452 DEP is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 95,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
95,056 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,129 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for P452 DEP in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
P452 DEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
230
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P452 DEP was last recorded at 95,056 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,953 miles · 8 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
103 miles
Average per year
6,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,056 miles
  • 2025 – 87,179 miles
  • 2024 – 78,215 miles
  • 2022 – 70,168 miles
  • 2021 – 63,515 miles
  • 2020 – 59,667 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,056 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

Full MOT history

10 tests since 13 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,056 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    95,056 miles
    Test number
    221671251119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,953 miles (+7,774)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,953 miles
    Test number
    556417494230
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass87,179 miles (+8,964)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    87,179 miles
    Test number
    208964738887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass78,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    78,215 miles
    Test number
    955010687388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail78,215 miles (+8,047)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,215 miles
    Test number
    293834678147
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass70,168 miles (+6,653)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,168 miles
    Test number
    512617862471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,515 miles (+3,848)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,515 miles
    Test number
    461392260317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,667 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    59,667 miles
    Test number
    758931260784
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underside of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass52,930 km
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    52,930 km
    Test number
    395359114365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail52,930 km8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,930 km
    Test number
    685658236818
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged casing missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front foglight lens broken

Questions about P452 DEP

Does P452 DEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P452 DEP is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P452 DEP?
The MOT on P452 DEP is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P452 DEP done?
P452 DEP was recorded at 95,056 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 6,129 miles a year.
Has P452 DEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P452 DEP has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on P452 DEP 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 P452 DEP find?
P452 DEP passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all P452 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.