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Mercedes-Benz 230

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

S87 ROMMOT history

S87 ROM is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 19 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 143,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
143,186 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S87 ROM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
230
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S87 ROM was last recorded at 143,186 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,184 miles · 19 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,186 miles
  • 2025 – 141,881 miles
  • 2024 – 140,101 miles
  • 2023 – 139,378 miles
  • 2022 – 137,993 miles
  • 2021 – 135,676 miles
  • 2020 – 132,989 miles
  • 2015 – 130,977 miles
  • 2014 – 126,490 miles
  • 2013 – 122,092 miles
  • 2012 – 116,278 miles
  • 2011 – 109,824 miles
  • 2010 – 104,512 miles
  • 2009 – 99,240 miles
  • 2008 – 91,298 miles
  • 2007 – 81,469 miles
  • 2006 – 70,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,186 miles
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner arch surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill /jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryG/box output rubber flange/doughnut wornRecorded 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.

  • All Shock absorbers badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,186 miles (+2)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    143,186 miles
    Test number
    342682985669
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner arch surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill /jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryG/box output rubber flange/doughnut worn

  2. Fail143,184 miles (+1,303)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,184 miles
    Test number
    839676201358
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner arch surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill /jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryG/box output rubber flange/doughnut worn

  3. Pass141,881 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    141,881 miles
    Test number
    486930946283
    • AdvisoryAll Shock absorbers badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail141,840 miles (+980)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,840 miles
    Test number
    287959446688
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll Shock absorbers badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass140,860 miles (+759)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    140,860 miles
    Test number
    247273839290
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass140,101 miles (+723)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    140,101 miles
    Test number
    802192015983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass139,378 miles (+1,385)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    139,378 miles
    Test number
    562345681729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass137,993 miles (+2,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    137,993 miles
    Test number
    975307538443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass135,676 miles (+2,687)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    135,676 miles
    Test number
    959937282204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass132,989 miles (+2,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    132,989 miles
    Test number
    198865627314
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass130,977 miles (+4,487)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    130,977 miles
    Test number
    196459765473
    • NoteBoth front jacking point blocks missing
    • NoteExhaust steady bracket at gearbox corroded to excess/detached from exhaust

  12. Pass126,490 miles (+4,398)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    126,490 miles
    Test number
    827696374042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExhaust mounting at gearbox corroded/detached

  13. Pass122,092 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    122,092 miles
    Test number
    166361173400
    • NoteEngine management lamp on

  14. Fail122,077 miles (+5,799)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,077 miles
    Test number
    388961073025
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteEngine management lamp on

  15. Pass116,278 miles (+6,454)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    116,278 miles
    Test number
    948343372003
    • NoteBoth front tyres - tread wearing on inside edges

  16. Pass109,824 miles (+5,312)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    109,824 miles
    Test number
    449016661054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear/inner possition light inoperative

  17. Pass104,512 miles (+5,272)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    104,512 miles
    Test number
    581630060012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,240 miles (+7,942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    99,240 miles
    Test number
    141758959041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass91,298 miles (+9,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    91,298 miles
    Test number
    662171758061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass81,469 miles (+11,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    81,469 miles
    Test number
    850567037052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Pass70,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    70,433 miles
    Test number
    463178856057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S87 ROM

Does S87 ROM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S87 ROM is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S87 ROM?
The MOT on S87 ROM is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S87 ROM done?
S87 ROM was recorded at 143,186 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 3,536 miles a year.
Has S87 ROM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S87 ROM has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S87 ROM 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 S87 ROM find?
S87 ROM passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s, and 8 more.

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