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Mercedes-Benz 500

Silver · Petrol · 1990 · 4,973 cc

5 DNNMOT history

5 DNN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 9 Jan 1990. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 74,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
74,755 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5 DNN
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
500
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
9 Jan 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

5 DNN was last recorded at 74,755 miles on 27 May 2026, 153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
74,602 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
153 miles
Average per year
241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,755 miles
  • 2025 – 74,602 miles
  • 2024 – 74,419 miles
  • 2023 – 74,357 miles
  • 2022 – 74,089 miles
  • 2021 – 73,815 miles
  • 2019 – 73,616 miles
  • 2018 – 73,222 miles
  • 2017 – 73,043 miles
  • 2016 – 72,845 miles
  • 2015 – 72,721 miles
  • 2014 – 72,443 miles
  • 2012 – 72,098 miles
  • 2011 – 71,794 miles
  • 2010 – 71,458 miles
  • 2009 – 71,197 miles
  • 2008 – 70,771 miles
  • 2007 – 70,565 miles
  • 2006 – 70,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,755 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking on outer edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,755 miles (+153)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    74,755 miles
    Test number
    709990100672
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking on outer edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass74,602 miles (+183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    74,602 miles
    Test number
    789095253767
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking on outer edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass74,419 miles (+62)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    74,419 miles
    Test number
    484599989887
    • AdvisoryAll tyres showing deep cracking around outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Void of tread on the inner edge & close to cords being exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Void of tread on the inner edge & close to cords being exposed (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass74,357 miles (+268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    74,357 miles
    Test number
    781194826855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear to the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear to the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres showing cracks around inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass74,089 miles (+274)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    74,089 miles
    Test number
    300342652258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavy wear to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavy wear to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle broken
  6. Pass73,815 miles (+199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    73,815 miles
    Test number
    796242068521
    • AdvisoryAll tyres showing cracking to varying degrees
  7. Pass73,616 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,616 miles
    Test number
    474510140871
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer paste repaired
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight wear strut top
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area and diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail73,615 miles (+393)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,615 miles
    Test number
    872260702828
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer paste repaired
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight wear strut top
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area and diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass73,222 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,222 miles
    Test number
    948649724025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,043 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    73,043 miles
    Test number
    204022227858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,845 miles (+124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    72,845 miles
    Test number
    381649114201
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres showing wear on inside edges
  12. Pass72,721 miles (+278)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,721 miles
    Test number
    805274295035
    • NoteBoth front tyres showing wear on edges
  13. Pass72,443 miles (+345)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,443 miles
    Test number
    637485094019
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
  14. Pass72,098 miles (+304)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    72,098 miles
    Test number
    119499082274
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
  15. Pass71,794 miles (+336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    71,794 miles
    Test number
    359553781251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  16. Pass71,458 miles (+261)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,458 miles
    Test number
    552028490276
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass71,197 miles (+426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    71,197 miles
    Test number
    430122499284
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  18. Pass70,771 miles (+206)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    70,771 miles
    Test number
    740225598268
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass70,565 miles (+539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    70,565 miles
    Test number
    851224577216
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  20. Pass70,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    70,026 miles
    Test number
    974139286243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about 5 DNN

What vehicle is registration 5 DNN currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5 DNN on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 9 Jan 1990. 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 5 DNN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 5 DNN is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 5 DNN?
The MOT on 5 DNN is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 5 DNN done?
5 DNN was recorded at 74,755 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 241 miles a year.
Has 5 DNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5 DNN has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on 5 DNN 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 5 DNN find?
5 DNN passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle silencer; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking on outer edges., and 1 more.

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