1997 Dennis Dart Diesel · P238 MKN
1997 Dennis Dart (diesel). First registered 26 Jun 1997. Recorded mileage 210,769 miles. MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- DENNIS DART
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 210,769 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
P238 MKN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2026
- 210,769 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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P238 MKN Mileage History
- 29/10/2021208,119 mi
- 10/03/2023231,087 mi+22,968 mi
- 16/03/2024231,644 mi+557 mi
- 15/02/2025232,474 km
- 20/02/2026210,769 mi
Average of roughly 615 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
P238 MKN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Dennis Dart (P238 MKN) between October 2021 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
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