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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,000 cc

Y231 HPGMOT history

Y231 HPG is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 17 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 118,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

Y231 HPG silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
118,655 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 HPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 HPG was last recorded at 118,655 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 1,421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,234 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,421 miles
Average per year
3,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,655 miles
  • 2025 – 117,234 miles
  • 2024 – 116,242 miles
  • 2023 – 112,528 miles
  • 2021 – 107,965 miles
  • 2020 – 105,092 miles
  • 2019 – 102,159 miles
  • 2018 – 100,586 miles
  • 2016 – 94,551 miles
  • 2015 – 92,632 miles
  • 2014 – 87,821 miles
  • 2013 – 86,845 miles
  • 2012 – 85,702 miles
  • 2011 – 84,862 miles
  • 2010 – 81,757 miles
  • 2009 – 77,257 miles
  • 2008 – 71,424 miles
  • 2007 – 65,568 miles
  • 2006 – 59,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,655 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay from Steering rack inner joints

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 has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,655 miles (+1,421)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    118,655 miles
    Test number
    209533287203
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay from Steering rack inner joints

  2. Pass117,234 miles (+992)2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    117,234 miles
    Test number
    525250817445
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,242 miles (+3,714)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    116,242 miles
    Test number
    556503427559
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass112,528 miles (+4,563)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    112,528 miles
    Test number
    800069684434
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass107,965 miles (+2,873)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,965 miles
    Test number
    140216669254
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related surface rust to underside

  6. Pass105,092 miles (+2,933)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,092 miles
    Test number
    704760064242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass102,159 miles3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,159 miles
    Test number
    457047950784
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play detected of components beneath gaitor, suggested further investigation outside of scope of MOT test to ascertain condition accurately.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Fail102,159 miles (+1,573)2 repaired3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,159 miles
    Test number
    165131845570
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play detected of components beneath gaitor, suggested further investigation outside of scope of MOT test to ascertain condition accurately.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass100,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,586 miles
    Test number
    321005308310
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail100,586 miles (+6,035)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,586 miles
    Test number
    560896214298
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low bothsides (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass94,551 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    94,551 miles
    Test number
    772014118328
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine area oil leaks

  12. Fail94,550 miles (+1,918)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,550 miles
    Test number
    701131381463
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid missing screen (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system fouling steering column fouling on heat shield (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine area oil leaks

  13. Pass92,632 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    92,632 miles
    Test number
    706614887322
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine light is on
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail92,632 miles (+4,811)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,632 miles
    Test number
    401333899862
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine light is on
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass87,821 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    87,821 miles
    Test number
    385932304232
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail87,821 miles (+976)1 failure3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,821 miles
    Test number
    275362904231
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBas warning light on
    • NoteEngine m/light on

  17. Pass86,845 miles (+8)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    86,845 miles
    Test number
    476122413253
    • NoteEngine management lamp on
    • NoteFront pads wearing low
    • NoteNearside wiper worn
    • NoteSlight play offside steering arm
    • NoteWindscreen chipped zone a not more than 10mm

  18. Fail86,837 miles (+1,135)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,837 miles
    Test number
    236980413288
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine management lamp on
    • NoteFront pads wearing low
    • NoteNearside wiper worn
    • NoteSlight play offside steering arm
    • NoteWindscreen chipped zone a not more than 10mm

  19. Pass85,702 miles (+840)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    85,702 miles
    Test number
    888625402263
    • NoteEngine management lamp on
    • NoteWindscreen chipped zone a

  20. Pass84,862 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    84,862 miles
    Test number
    397588701442
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine m/light staying on

  21. Fail84,862 miles (+3,105)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,862 miles
    Test number
    657658701287
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine m/light staying on

  22. Pass81,757 miles (+4,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    81,757 miles
    Test number
    790774690106
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  23. Pass77,257 miles (+5,833)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    77,257 miles
    Test number
    360405809269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,424 miles (+5,856)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    71,424 miles
    Test number
    243388708229
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass65,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    65,568 miles
    Test number
    100522807207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,568 miles (+6,164)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,568 miles
    Test number
    504122607223
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail59,404 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,404 miles
    Test number
    504481786140
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass59,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    59,404 miles
    Test number
    642241086197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 HPG

Does Y231 HPG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y231 HPG is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y231 HPG?
The MOT on Y231 HPG is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y231 HPG done?
Y231 HPG was recorded at 118,655 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 3,025 miles a year.
Has Y231 HPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 HPG has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2019.
Has the mileage on Y231 HPG 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 Y231 HPG find?
Y231 HPG passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 7 more.

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