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Mercedes-Benz 500

Blue · Petrol · 1988 · 4,973 cc

99 BVMOT history

99 BV is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 1 Aug 1988. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 147,329 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
147,329 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,353 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
99 BV
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
500
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
1 Aug 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

99 BV was last recorded at 147,329 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 215 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,114 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
215 miles
Average per year
2,353 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,329 miles
  • 2025 – 147,114 miles
  • 2024 – 146,722 miles
  • 2023 – 146,588 miles
  • 2022 – 146,298 miles
  • 2021 – 145,890 miles
  • 2019 – 145,256 miles
  • 2018 – 144,851 miles
  • 2017 – 144,107 miles
  • 2016 – 140,772 miles
  • 2015 – 138,245 miles
  • 2014 – 134,501 miles
  • 2013 – 127,565 miles
  • 2012 – 119,278 miles
  • 2011 – 114,865 miles
  • 2010 – 110,222 miles
  • 2009 – 103,601 miles
  • 2007 – 101,123 miles
  • 2006 – 99,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,329 miles
  • AdvisoryFront subframe mounting area slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryUnderside covered in underseal

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.

  • Underbody brake pipes undersealed/covered

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

34 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,329 miles (+215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    147,329 miles
    Test number
    984695873410
    • AdvisoryFront subframe mounting area slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in underseal

  2. Pass147,114 miles (+392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    147,114 miles
    Test number
    962913317939
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPrescribed area covered in underseal

  3. Pass146,722 miles (+134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    146,722 miles
    Test number
    706715604824
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  4. Pass146,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    146,588 miles
    Test number
    599769926569
    • AdvisoryUnderbody brake pipes covered in underseal

  5. Fail146,588 miles (+290)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,588 miles
    Test number
    959687698085
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody brake pipes covered in underseal

  6. Pass146,298 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,298 miles
    Test number
    599041434274
    • AdvisoryUnderbody brake/ fuel pipes covered in underseal

  7. Fail146,298 miles (+408)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,298 miles
    Test number
    211673655288
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody brake/ fuel pipes covered in underseal

  8. Pass145,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    145,890 miles
    Test number
    530953243778
    • AdvisoryUnderbody brake pipes undersealed/covered

  9. Fail145,890 miles (+634)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,890 miles
    Test number
    881029559591
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody brake pipes undersealed/covered

  10. Pass145,256 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,256 miles
    Test number
    504720452689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake low

  11. Fail145,256 miles (+405)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,256 miles
    Test number
    668219087355
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake low

  12. Pass144,851 miles (+744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    144,851 miles
    Test number
    545011400024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Subframe mount area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass144,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    144,107 miles
    Test number
    177869050832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail144,107 miles (+3,335)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,107 miles
    Test number
    537217043347
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass140,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    140,772 miles
    Test number
    844308017733
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe/rear exhaust box`s deteriorated (7.1.2)

  16. Fail140,772 miles (+2,527)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,772 miles
    Test number
    739970838600
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe/rear exhaust box`s deteriorated (7.1.2)

  17. Pass138,245 miles (+3,744)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    138,245 miles
    Test number
    376587838111
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes are perished
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear
    • AdvisoryExhaust blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  18. Fail134,501 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,501 miles
    Test number
    576829944332
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass134,501 miles (+6,936)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    134,501 miles
    Test number
    617709644312
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass127,565 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    127,565 miles
    Test number
    646156633329
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded
    • NoteCorrosion in coil spring mounting areas
    • NoteFuel pipes are corroded at filter
    • NotePlay in nearside sterring joints
    • NoteRear axle beam suport bushes are in poor condition

  21. Fail127,565 miles (+8,287)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,565 miles
    Test number
    405046133369
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteAll coil springs corroded
    • NoteCorrosion in coil spring mounting areas
    • NoteFuel pipes are corroded at filter
    • NotePlay in nearside sterring joints
    • NoteRear axle beam suport bushes are in poor condition

  22. Fail119,278 miles2 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,278 miles
    Test number
    246839042343
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel lines slightly corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer baffels loose

  23. Pass119,278 miles (+4,413)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    119,278 miles
    Test number
    737679242364
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel lines slightly corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer baffels loose

  24. Pass114,865 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    114,865 miles
    Test number
    346000251368
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from power steering pump

  25. Fail114,865 miles (+4,643)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,865 miles
    Test number
    406180851463
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from power steering pump

  26. Fail110,222 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,222 miles
    Test number
    184802850321
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  27. Pass110,222 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    110,222 miles
    Test number
    302692950316
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  28. Fail110,188 miles (+6,587)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,188 miles
    Test number
    894661570295
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  29. Pass103,601 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    103,601 miles
    Test number
    661046959129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail103,581 miles (+30)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,581 miles
    Test number
    262862849133
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  31. Fail103,551 miles (+2,428)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,551 miles
    Test number
    502907419146
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Fail101,123 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,123 miles
    Test number
    293982727445
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wear on outer edge

  33. Pass101,123 miles (+1,536)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    101,123 miles
    Test number
    364932227169
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wear on outer edge

  34. Pass99,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    99,587 miles
    Test number
    830091186042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 99 BV

What vehicle is registration 99 BV currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 99 BV on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 1 Aug 1988. 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 99 BV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 99 BV is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 99 BV?
The MOT on 99 BV is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 99 BV done?
99 BV was recorded at 147,329 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 2,353 miles a year.
Has 99 BV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 99 BV has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on 99 BV 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 99 BV find?
99 BV passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front subframe mounting area slightly corroded; underside covered in underseal.

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