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Mercedes-Benz 300

Red · Petrol · 1987 · 2,962 cc

450 VALMOT history

450 VAL is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 31 Dec 1987. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 74,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
74,886 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
771 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
450 VAL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
31 Dec 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

450 VAL was last recorded at 74,886 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 4,371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,515 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,371 miles
Average per year
771 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,886 miles
  • 2025 – 70,515 miles
  • 2023 – 70,498 miles
  • 2020 – 70,361 miles
  • 2017 – 69,976 miles
  • 2016 – 69,151 miles
  • 2015 – 68,798 miles
  • 2014 – 68,593 miles
  • 2013 – 66,836 miles
  • 2012 – 65,846 miles
  • 2011 – 65,207 miles
  • 2010 – 64,117 miles
  • 2009 – 62,834 miles
  • 2008 – 61,819 miles
  • 2007 – 60,557 miles
  • 2006 – 59,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,886 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    74,886 miles
    Test number
    835397169498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail74,886 miles (+4,371)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,886 miles
    Test number
    420417830807
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass70,515 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    70,515 miles
    Test number
    740120502791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,498 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    70,498 miles
    Test number
    215224472467
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail70,498 miles (+137)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,498 miles
    Test number
    765976752057
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass70,361 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,361 miles
    Test number
    986505478224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass70,327 miles (+351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,327 miles
    Test number
    535990914391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass69,976 miles (+825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,976 miles
    Test number
    875613814528
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  9. Pass69,151 miles (+353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    69,151 miles
    Test number
    699494094918
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass68,798 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,798 miles
    Test number
    426346795181
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  11. Fail68,798 miles (+205)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,798 miles
    Test number
    675336475118
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  12. Pass68,593 miles (+1,757)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,593 miles
    Test number
    246073884424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAuxillary drive belt cracking

  13. Pass66,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,836 miles
    Test number
    217324163443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,836 miles (+32)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,836 miles
    Test number
    307077153166
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  15. Fail66,804 miles (+958)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,804 miles
    Test number
    497339943148
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass65,846 miles (+639)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,846 miles
    Test number
    229373252199
    • NoteCorrosion around nearside front jacking point
    • NoteCorrosion around offside front towing eye to chassie leg
    • NoteWiper blades in poor condition

  17. Pass65,207 miles (+1,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,207 miles
    Test number
    247183471489
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass64,117 miles (+1,283)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    64,117 miles
    Test number
    133163070118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,834 miles (+1,015)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    62,834 miles
    Test number
    110295979148
    • NoteSmall crack in windscreen ,offside bottom corner.

  20. Pass61,819 miles (+1,262)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    61,819 miles
    Test number
    474998468115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    60,557 miles
    Test number
    330845667165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail60,557 miles (+1,368)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,557 miles
    Test number
    364644867167
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass59,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    59,189 miles
    Test number
    224798136110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 450 VAL

What vehicle is registration 450 VAL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 450 VAL on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 31 Dec 1987. 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 450 VAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 450 VAL is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 450 VAL?
The MOT on 450 VAL is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 450 VAL done?
450 VAL was recorded at 74,886 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 771 miles a year.
Has 450 VAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 450 VAL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 450 VAL 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 450 VAL find?
450 VAL passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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