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Mercedes-Benz 230

Black · Petrol · 1989 · 2,299 cc

TNH 427MOT history

TNH 427 is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 31 Dec 1989. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 118,173 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
118,173 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TNH 427
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
230
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
31 Dec 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

TNH 427 was last recorded at 118,173 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,363 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
810 miles
Average per year
2,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,173 miles
  • 2024 – 117,363 miles
  • 2023 – 116,622 miles
  • 2022 – 116,412 miles
  • 2021 – 116,043 miles
  • 2020 – 115,484 miles
  • 2019 – 115,020 miles
  • 2018 – 111,009 miles
  • 2017 – 106,806 miles
  • 2016 – 102,599 miles
  • 2015 – 98,569 miles
  • 2014 – 95,426 miles
  • 2013 – 90,803 miles
  • 2012 – 86,090 miles
  • 2010 – 84,317 miles
  • 2009 – 81,402 miles
  • 2008 – 80,755 miles
  • 2007 – 79,683 miles
  • 2006 – 78,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,173 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,173 miles (+810)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    118,173 miles
    Test number
    838806314382
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass117,363 miles (+741)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    117,363 miles
    Test number
    281884299667
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box worn, but not excessively (2.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass116,622 miles (+210)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    116,622 miles
    Test number
    615827424690
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass116,412 miles (+369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,412 miles
    Test number
    589694886441
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass116,043 miles (+559)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,043 miles
    Test number
    123941483988
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFog light switch loose

  6. Pass115,484 miles (+464)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,484 miles
    Test number
    970898279582
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass115,020 miles (+4,011)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,020 miles
    Test number
    705908517059
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass111,009 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    111,009 miles
    Test number
    826789078362
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail111,007 miles (+4,201)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,007 miles
    Test number
    747468826693
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass106,806 miles (+4,207)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    106,806 miles
    Test number
    950815119173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  11. Pass102,599 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    102,599 miles
    Test number
    889849031657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  12. Fail102,599 miles (+4,030)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,599 miles
    Test number
    106456998224
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass98,569 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    98,569 miles
    Test number
    479776072043
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sills corrosion bothside (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCool leak

  14. Fail98,567 miles (+3,141)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,567 miles
    Test number
    348065341617
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sills corrosion bothside (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCool leak

  15. Pass95,426 miles (+4,623)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    95,426 miles
    Test number
    367609574447
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass90,803 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,803 miles
    Test number
    316915253249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail90,803 miles (+4,713)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,803 miles
    Test number
    826855653237
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass86,090 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,090 miles
    Test number
    407528942292
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail86,090 miles (+1,773)6 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,090 miles
    Test number
    749275032289
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass84,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    84,317 miles
    Test number
    700471700341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail84,317 miles (+2,915)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,317 miles
    Test number
    451975990252
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  22. Pass81,402 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    81,402 miles
    Test number
    393668079494
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail81,401 miles (+646)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,401 miles
    Test number
    353465679277
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass80,755 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    80,755 miles
    Test number
    260187518297
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer wall slight splits

  25. Fail80,755 miles (+1,072)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,755 miles
    Test number
    611647918221
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer wall slight splits

  26. Fail79,683 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,683 miles
    Test number
    113613517255
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass79,683 miles (+1,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    79,683 miles
    Test number
    590353217238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Fail78,083 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,083 miles
    Test number
    873239506265
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass78,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    78,083 miles
    Test number
    983109906296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about TNH 427

What vehicle is registration TNH 427 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TNH 427 on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 31 Dec 1989. 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 TNH 427 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TNH 427 is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on TNH 427?
The MOT on TNH 427 is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TNH 427 done?
TNH 427 was recorded at 118,173 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 2,078 miles a year.
Has TNH 427 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TNH 427 has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on TNH 427 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 TNH 427 find?
TNH 427 passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, and 3 more.

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