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Mercedes-Benz 500

Brown · Petrol · 1990 · 4,973 cc

THT 234MOT history

THT 234 is a brown petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 15 Feb 1990. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 163,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
163,421 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
THT 234
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
500
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
15 Feb 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

THT 234 was last recorded at 163,421 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Feb 2007: 15,883 miles, lower than 156,537 miles on 27 Jan 2006.
  • 4 Jan 2011: 161,680 miles, lower than 180,833 miles on 21 Dec 2009.
  • 23 Feb 2023: 163,374 miles, lower than 183,314 miles on 17 Feb 2023.

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
163,414 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,421 miles
  • 2025 – 163,414 miles
  • 2024 – 163,389 miles
  • 2023 – 163,374 miles
  • 2022 – 163,338 miles
  • 2021 – 163,275 miles
  • 2020 – 163,208 miles
  • 2019 – 163,124 miles
  • 2018 – 163,080 miles
  • 2017 – 162,923 miles
  • 2016 – 162,764 miles
  • 2015 – 162,233 miles
  • 2014 – 162,177 miles
  • 2012 – 162,132 miles
  • 2011 – 161,680 miles
  • 2009 – 180,833 miles
  • 2008 – 160,470 miles
  • 2007 – 158,983 miles
  • 2006 – 156,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,421 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.

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass163,421 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    163,421 miles
    Test number
    720453495348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass163,414 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,414 miles
    Test number
    206072101872
    • AdvisoryMot computer crashed loges of on tablet device

  3. Pass163,389 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    163,389 miles
    Test number
    150858818905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail163,380 miles (+6)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,380 miles
    Test number
    989184617573
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  5. Pass163,374 miles (-19,940)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    163,374 miles
    Test number
    738585597391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail183,314 miles (+19,976)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,314 miles
    Test number
    807725040151
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass163,338 miles (+63)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    163,338 miles
    Test number
    727847268551
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff has oil leak

  8. Pass163,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    163,275 miles
    Test number
    304065383880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail163,275 miles (+67)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,275 miles
    Test number
    800477737755
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass163,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    163,208 miles
    Test number
    790199826865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail163,208 miles (+84)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,208 miles
    Test number
    945757222832
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt for bracket loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass163,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    163,124 miles
    Test number
    275157972902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail163,124 miles (+44)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,124 miles
    Test number
    221399285241
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking near fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass163,080 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    163,080 miles
    Test number
    428081147308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass162,923 miles (+159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    162,923 miles
    Test number
    622338159647
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)

  16. Pass162,764 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    162,764 miles
    Test number
    308051771275
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is low on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is low and has age related cracks
    • AdvisoryOne of centre exhaust mountings is broken
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  17. Fail162,764 miles (+531)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,764 miles
    Test number
    239587110358
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is low on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is low and has age related cracks
    • AdvisoryOne of centre exhaust mountings is broken
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  18. Pass162,233 miles (+7)7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    162,233 miles
    Test number
    547134815011
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside and offside front chassis is rusty around mountings
    • NoteNearside front tyre is low on outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is low

  19. Fail162,226 miles (+49)4 failures7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,226 miles
    Test number
    579806205051
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside and offside front chassis is rusty around mountings
    • NoteNearside front tyre is low on outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is low

  20. Pass162,177 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    162,177 miles
    Test number
    177655214040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteNearside and offside front chassis are rusty
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing on edges
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is low and craking

  21. Fail162,177 miles (+45)1 failure6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,177 miles
    Test number
    665573814023
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteNearside and offside front chassis are rusty
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing on edges
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is low and craking

  22. Pass162,132 miles6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    162,132 miles
    Test number
    857982352319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteASR light is on
    • NoteNearside and offside front chassis is rusty
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust rubber mounting is broken
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is low

  23. Fail162,132 miles (+306)4 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,132 miles
    Test number
    769756042327
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteASR light is on
    • NoteNearside and offside front chassis is rusty
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust rubber mounting is broken
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is low

  24. Pass161,826 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    161,826 miles
    Test number
    937950722088
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside and offside front of vehicle has slight corrosion
    • NoteNearside front steering idler worn
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc corroded

  25. Fail161,826 miles (+146)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,826 miles
    Test number
    239947612014
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f & n/s centre exhaust systems corroded & minor leaks not excessive
    • NoteN/s/f steering idler worn & slight play not excessive
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  26. Pass161,680 miles (-19,153)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    161,680 miles
    Test number
    138074001026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass180,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    180,833 miles
    Test number
    164755259381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail180,833 miles (+20,363)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,833 miles
    Test number
    992585359399
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass160,470 miles (+1,487)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    160,470 miles
    Test number
    414629838034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass158,983 miles (+143,100)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    158,983 miles
    Test number
    540683137096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail15,883 miles (-140,654)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,883 miles
    Test number
    951212937065
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  32. Pass156,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    156,537 miles
    Test number
    330417426037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about THT 234

What vehicle is registration THT 234 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show THT 234 on a brown petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 15 Feb 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 THT 234 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on THT 234 is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on THT 234?
The MOT on THT 234 is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has THT 234 done?
THT 234 was recorded at 163,421 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 334 miles a year.
Has THT 234 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. THT 234 has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on THT 234 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 1 Feb 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on THT 234 find?
THT 234 passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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