1991 Mercedes-Benz 230 2.3L Petrol · SHD 484X

This 1991 Mercedes-Benz 230 demonstrates a remarkably stable and sound roadworthiness trend, culminating in a clean pass on July 5, 2025, at 157,682 miles with zero defects recorded. The preceding test on June 26, 2024, at 157,663 miles also passed cleanly following a technical administrative failure the day prior, indicating that the vehicle has maintained a strong compliance record without accumulating structural or mechanical failure patterns in recent years. The odometer reads 157,682 miles across its thirty-five-year lifespan, averaging a modest 4,505 miles per year, which confirms light use and intermittent periods of storage. A notable timing gap exists between the January 5, 2022 test at 155,353 miles and the May 20, 2023 test at 156,446 miles, pointing to an extended period where the car saw very minimal road usage. Low annual mileage on a classic chassis frequently signals the risk of seized mechanical components or perished rubber, yet the subsequent consecutive annual passes suggest the vehicle has been exercised and maintained adequately. Prospective buyers should prioritize a thorough physical examination of the underside, as late-model W124 chassis are susceptible to hidden structural corrosion along the jacking points, subframe mounts, and inner wings despite the clean MOT history. Mechanical checks must include inspecting the fuel lines, cooling system hoses, and suspension bushes for age-related perishing, alongside verifying the operation of the automatic transmission and mechanical fuel injection components which benefit from regular operational use rather than prolonged storage.