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Marcos Mantara

Black · Petrol · 1996 · 3,946 cc

4999 PLMOT history

4999 PL is a black petrol Marcos Mantara first used on 1 May 1996. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 43,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
43,807 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
4999 PL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Marcos
Model
Mantara
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,946 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 May 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

4999 PL was last recorded at 43,807 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,795 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
1,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,807 miles
  • 2024 – 43,279 miles
  • 2023 – 42,619 miles
  • 2022 – 41,718 miles
  • 2021 – 40,678 miles
  • 2020 – 39,229 miles
  • 2019 – 38,586 miles
  • 2018 – 37,661 miles
  • 2017 – 36,726 miles
  • 2016 – 35,320 miles
  • 2015 – 33,322 miles
  • 2014 – 31,592 miles
  • 2013 – 30,099 miles
  • 2012 – 27,970 miles
  • 2011 – 26,746 miles
  • 2010 – 25,216 miles
  • 2009 – 23,437 miles
  • 2008 – 21,813 miles
  • 2007 – 21,795 miles
  • 2006 – 21,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,807 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust making popping sounds during emission test

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,807 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    43,807 miles
    Test number
    545927792123
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust making popping sounds during emission test

  2. Fail43,795 miles (+516)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,795 miles
    Test number
    381880363138
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass43,279 miles (+660)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    43,279 miles
    Test number
    258323670431
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass42,619 miles (+901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    42,619 miles
    Test number
    732345518121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass41,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    41,718 miles
    Test number
    706511502186
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail41,718 miles (+1,040)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,718 miles
    Test number
    683201990558
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass40,678 miles (+1,449)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    40,678 miles
    Test number
    494115019385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    39,229 miles
    Test number
    139138226724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail39,229 miles (+643)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,229 miles
    Test number
    146724543008
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass38,586 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    38,586 miles
    Test number
    310131374425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,661 miles (+935)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    37,661 miles
    Test number
    488081441990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,726 miles (+1,406)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    36,726 miles
    Test number
    413307389796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass35,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,320 miles
    Test number
    539324105110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail35,320 miles (+1,998)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,320 miles
    Test number
    132513329795
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass33,322 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    33,322 miles
    Test number
    726497685130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,592 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    31,592 miles
    Test number
    938009984149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,099 miles (+2,129)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    30,099 miles
    Test number
    286782583140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,970 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,970 miles
    Test number
    135487082145
    • NoteBoth front exhaust boxes are very close to floor pans,advise that heat shields be fitted.

  19. Fail27,970 miles (+1,224)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,970 miles
    Test number
    766667582111
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front exhaust boxes are very close to floor pans,advise that heat shields be fitted.

  20. Pass26,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,746 miles
    Test number
    217858881415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,746 miles (+1,530)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,746 miles
    Test number
    479432781140
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass25,216 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    25,216 miles
    Test number
    540996380105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,437 miles (+1,624)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    23,437 miles
    Test number
    490297789128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,813 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    21,813 miles
    Test number
    152195428270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,795 miles (+236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,795 miles
    Test number
    151411317200
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass21,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    21,559 miles
    Test number
    762691216002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 4999 PL

What vehicle is registration 4999 PL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 4999 PL on a black petrol Marcos Mantara first used on 1 May 1996. 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 4999 PL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 4999 PL is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 4999 PL?
The MOT on 4999 PL is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 4999 PL done?
4999 PL was recorded at 43,807 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 1,104 miles a year.
Has 4999 PL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 4999 PL has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on 4999 PL 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 4999 PL find?
4999 PL passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; exhaust making popping sounds during emission test.

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