Yes, G242 COY is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 April 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for G242 COY?

The MOT for G242 COY is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of G242 COY?

The recorded mileage for G242 COY is 18,867 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is G242 COY ULEZ compliant?

No, G242 COY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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Road Tax Paid

1990 Mercedes-Benz 230 2.4L Diesel · G242 COY

G242 COY

1990 Mercedes-Benz 230 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 31/12/1990. Recorded mileage 18,867 miles. MOT valid until 08/04/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ 230
Year / Origin: 1990 · Maidstone
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 08/04/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/04/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 18,867 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 08/04/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/04/2027

Mileage: 18,867 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1990
Engine: 2395cc

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G242 COY Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2026
18,867 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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G242 COY Mileage History

09/09/202215,784 mi
08/09/202316,750 mi+966 mi
19/03/202516,845 mi+95 mi
24/03/202516,879 mi+34 mi
10/04/202618,867 mi+1,988 mi

Average of roughly 860 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

G242 COY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 07:25

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Mercedes-Benz 230 (G242 COY) between September 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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