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Mercedes-Benz 300

Silver · Diesel · 1993 · 2,960 cc

1972 ABMOT history

1972 AB is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 25 May 1993. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 83,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
83,386 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1972 AB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
25 May 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

1972 AB was last recorded at 83,386 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jun 2017: 82,786 miles, lower than 82,790 miles on 19 May 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
83,379 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,386 miles
  • 2025 – 83,379 miles
  • 2023 – 83,304 miles
  • 2022 – 83,272 miles
  • 2021 – 83,186 miles
  • 2019 – 83,053 miles
  • 2018 – 82,951 miles
  • 2017 – 82,788 miles
  • 2016 – 82,216 miles
  • 2015 – 80,987 miles
  • 2013 – 78,773 miles
  • 2012 – 75,700 miles
  • 2011 – 71,102 miles
  • 2010 – 70,171 miles
  • 2009 – 68,925 miles
  • 2008 – 67,768 miles
  • 2007 – 65,895 miles
  • 2006 – 64,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,386 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under bodyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight under body and suspension corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,386 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    83,386 miles
    Test number
    363926676097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body

  2. Pass83,379 miles (+75)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    83,379 miles
    Test number
    336255394491
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body

  3. Pass83,304 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    83,304 miles
    Test number
    541929408721
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body and suspension components

  4. Pass83,272 miles (+86)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    83,272 miles
    Test number
    229228722192
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  5. Pass83,186 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    83,186 miles
    Test number
    656403149640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,053 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,053 miles
    Test number
    647632697279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under body and suspension corrosion.

  7. Fail83,052 miles (+101)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,052 miles
    Test number
    507842988043
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under body and suspension corrosion.

  8. Pass82,951 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    82,951 miles
    Test number
    355790771743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,788 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,788 miles
    Test number
    821448696958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,786 miles (-4)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,786 miles
    Test number
    847702634199
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped rear flexy pipe (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe inadequately clipped rear flexy pipe (3.6.B.1)

  11. Fail82,790 miles (+51)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,790 miles
    Test number
    728169848175
    • FailureBrake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

  12. Fail82,739 miles (+523)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,739 miles
    Test number
    386332464191
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass82,216 miles (+50)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,216 miles
    Test number
    901163697154
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust joints corroded/ weakend but no leaks
    • AdvisoryCentre heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to the underside of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Fail82,166 miles (+1,179)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,166 miles
    Test number
    197126640558
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass80,987 miles (+2,214)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    80,987 miles
    Test number
    729330545077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    78,773 miles
    Test number
    539586573230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,773 miles (+3,073)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,773 miles
    Test number
    297343673288
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  18. Pass75,700 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    75,700 miles
    Test number
    378925972246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail75,698 miles (+4,596)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,698 miles
    Test number
    586073972238
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass71,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    71,102 miles
    Test number
    728193901253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,102 miles (+931)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,102 miles
    Test number
    267684191457
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  22. Pass70,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    70,171 miles
    Test number
    824832320259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail70,171 miles (+1,246)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,171 miles
    Test number
    661102620202
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  24. Pass68,925 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    68,925 miles
    Test number
    811526619263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,768 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    67,768 miles
    Test number
    561718918299
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail67,747 miles (+1,852)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,747 miles
    Test number
    230128498434
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass65,895 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    65,895 miles
    Test number
    814044297188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail65,892 miles (+1,178)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,892 miles
    Test number
    623634487157
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  29. Pass64,714 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    64,714 miles
    Test number
    231610306255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about 1972 AB

What vehicle is registration 1972 AB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1972 AB on a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 25 May 1993. 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 1972 AB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 1972 AB is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 1972 AB?
The MOT on 1972 AB is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 1972 AB done?
1972 AB was recorded at 83,386 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 930 miles a year.
Has 1972 AB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1972 AB has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on 1972 AB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jun 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 1972 AB find?
1972 AB passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, and 1 more.

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