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Mercedes-Benz 230

Red · Petrol · 1991 · 2,299 cc

VCS 492MOT history

VCS 492 is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 14 Nov 1991. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
104,258 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,579 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VCS 492
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
230
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
14 Nov 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VCS 492 was last recorded at 104,258 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 3,825 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,433 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,825 miles
Average per year
1,579 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,258 miles
  • 2025 – 100,433 miles
  • 2024 – 96,947 miles
  • 2020 – 96,484 miles
  • 2019 – 94,953 miles
  • 2018 – 91,945 miles
  • 2017 – 89,385 miles
  • 2016 – 87,629 miles
  • 2015 – 84,023 miles
  • 2014 – 83,600 miles
  • 2013 – 80,808 miles
  • 2011 – 77,567 miles
  • 2009 – 77,487 miles
  • 2008 – 76,975 miles
  • 2007 – 75,961 miles
  • 2006 – 73,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,258 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,258 miles (+3,825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    104,258 miles
    Test number
    171168366441
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass100,433 miles (+3,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    100,433 miles
    Test number
    147870900385
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass96,947 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,947 miles
    Test number
    654566204604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass96,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,484 miles
    Test number
    881907052125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail96,484 miles (+1,531)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,484 miles
    Test number
    646227998423
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

  6. Pass94,953 miles (+3,008)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,953 miles
    Test number
    350649390386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,945 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,945 miles
    Test number
    553520298120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,385 miles
    Test number
    246216019043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,385 miles (+1,756)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,385 miles
    Test number
    610534433858
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened suspension pick up (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass87,629 miles (+3,606)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,629 miles
    Test number
    770368669961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,023 miles (+365)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    84,023 miles
    Test number
    754186468391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    83,658 miles
    Test number
    999584115049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail83,658 miles (+58)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,658 miles
    Test number
    918053915058
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass83,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    83,600 miles
    Test number
    406907914091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,600 miles (+2,792)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,600 miles
    Test number
    436097914052
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass80,808 miles (+3,241)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    80,808 miles
    Test number
    575877603097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    77,567 miles
    Test number
    266245471083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,567 miles (+80)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,567 miles
    Test number
    355215371051
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass77,487 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    77,487 miles
    Test number
    690530689299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,975 miles (+1,014)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    76,975 miles
    Test number
    523300698235
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased.
    • NoteCorrosion around o/s/r suspension mounting.
    • NoteFuel pipes greased.

  21. Pass75,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,961 miles
    Test number
    762181997299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail75,961 miles (+2,412)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,961 miles
    Test number
    902441497228
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass73,549 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    73,549 miles
    Test number
    403792396278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteO/s headlamp cracked.

  24. Fail73,549 miles3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,549 miles
    Test number
    664922596223
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteO/s headlamp cracked.

Questions about VCS 492

What vehicle is registration VCS 492 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VCS 492 on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 230 first used on 14 Nov 1991. 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 VCS 492 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VCS 492 is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on VCS 492?
The MOT on VCS 492 is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VCS 492 done?
VCS 492 was recorded at 104,258 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 1,579 miles a year.
Has VCS 492 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VCS 492 has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on VCS 492 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 VCS 492 find?
VCS 492 passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms, and 1 more.

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