Mercedes Motorhome

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,900 cc

T229 KJFMOT history

T229 KJF is a white diesel Mercedes Motorhome first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
105,770 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,077 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T229 KJF in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T229 KJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
Motorhome
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T229 KJF was last recorded at 105,770 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Oct 2012: 76,965 miles, lower than 923,047 miles on 26 Sept 2011.

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
105,754 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
3,077 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,770 miles
  • 2025 – 102,320 miles
  • 2024 – 99,746 miles
  • 2023 – 97,945 miles
  • 2022 – 96,289 miles
  • 2021 – 93,890 miles
  • 2020 – 92,702 miles
  • 2019 – 89,028 miles
  • 2017 – 88,978 miles
  • 2016 – 88,426 miles
  • 2015 – 86,662 miles
  • 2014 – 82,553 miles
  • 2013 – 80,529 miles
  • 2012 – 76,965 miles
  • 2011 – 923,047 miles
  • 2010 – 67,472 miles
  • 2009 – 61,394 miles
  • 2008 – 56,863 miles
  • 2007 – 49,527 miles
  • 2006 – 44,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,770 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive HUB (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive HUB (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,770 miles (+16)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    105,770 miles
    Test number
    161212515293
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive HUB (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive HUB (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER ARCH (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail105,754 miles (+3,434)9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,754 miles
    Test number
    617511947010
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL MARKED WITH YELLOW CHALK (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SPRING MOUNTAIN MARKED WITH YELLOW CHALK (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting INNER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting OUTTER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting OUTTER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SPRING MOUNTAIN MARKED WITH YELLOW CHALK (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened HUB (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner UNABLE TO FULLY INSPECT SILL, WATER TANK FITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened HUB (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass102,320 miles (+2,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,320 miles
    Test number
    528346057525
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass99,746 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,746 miles
    Test number
    494218403368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail99,685 miles (+1,740)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,685 miles
    Test number
    886021572212
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,945 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,945 miles
    Test number
    131290064046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,289 miles (+30)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    96,289 miles
    Test number
    589706132827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail96,259 miles (+2,369)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,259 miles
    Test number
    524679114021
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/shockabsorber location (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/shockabsorber location (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass93,890 miles (+1,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    93,890 miles
    Test number
    898967415436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass92,702 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    92,702 miles
    Test number
    362619261992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail92,678 miles (+3,650)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,678 miles
    Test number
    774415978530
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass89,028 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,028 miles
    Test number
    150376873923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,978 miles (+552)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    88,978 miles
    Test number
    126015427837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,426 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,426 miles
    Test number
    236171480473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,662 miles (+4,109)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,662 miles
    Test number
    179124778653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,553 miles (+2,024)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    82,553 miles
    Test number
    117685994293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,529 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,529 miles
    Test number
    675530813392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,965 miles (-846,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,965 miles
    Test number
    535409882244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass923,047 miles (+855,575)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    923,047 miles
    Test number
    909619661256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteLight corrosion under van

  20. Fail67,472 miles2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,472 miles
    Test number
    222838270042
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass67,472 miles (+6,078)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,472 miles
    Test number
    811818270002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass61,394 miles (+4,531)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,394 miles
    Test number
    324181269062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,863 miles (+7,336)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,863 miles
    Test number
    620079678070
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outer walls slightly perished

  24. Pass49,527 miles (+5,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,527 miles
    Test number
    620385887005
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass44,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,237 miles
    Test number
    901520086047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail44,237 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,237 miles
    Test number
    982450086044
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T229 KJF

Does T229 KJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T229 KJF is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T229 KJF?
The MOT on T229 KJF is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T229 KJF done?
T229 KJF was recorded at 105,770 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 3,077 miles a year.
Has T229 KJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T229 KJF has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T229 KJF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T229 KJF find?
T229 KJF passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive hub, and 5 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T229 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.