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Mercedes-Benz 300

Silver · Petrol · 1991 · 2,962 cc

A12 TTUMOT history

A12 TTU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 21 Mar 1991. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 98,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
98,430 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 TTU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
21 Mar 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 TTU was last recorded at 98,430 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 484 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,946 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
484 miles
Average per year
837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,430 miles
  • 2025 – 97,946 miles
  • 2023 – 97,653 miles
  • 2021 – 96,193 miles
  • 2017 – 96,048 miles
  • 2016 – 95,435 miles
  • 2015 – 94,834 miles
  • 2014 – 94,247 miles
  • 2013 – 93,002 miles
  • 2012 – 91,349 miles
  • 2011 – 89,867 miles
  • 2010 – 88,396 miles
  • 2009 – 86,878 miles
  • 2008 – 84,890 miles
  • 2007 – 82,849 miles
  • 2006 – 81,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,430 miles

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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front tyre 19 years old and worn on inside edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear tyre 18 years old.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,430 miles (+484)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    98,430 miles
    Test number
    744038722524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass97,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    97,946 miles
    Test number
    209257951293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail97,946 miles (+293)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,946 miles
    Test number
    956306894206
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  4. Pass97,653 miles (+1,460)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,653 miles
    Test number
    873645627309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass96,193 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,193 miles
    Test number
    789776873536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre 19 years old and worn on inside edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 18 years old.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 19 years old and worn on inside edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 18 years old.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail96,192 miles (+144)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,192 miles
    Test number
    129576101750
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre 19 years old and worn on inside edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre 18 years old.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 19 years old and worn on inside edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre 18 years old.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass96,048 miles (+613)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    96,048 miles
    Test number
    545766757961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/65 R15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft bush worn

  8. Pass95,435 miles (+601)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    95,435 miles
    Test number
    803624808106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/65 R15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryDiff mounting worn bush
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass94,834 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    94,834 miles
    Test number
    259708065082
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteFront prop shaft bush worn
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Fail94,831 miles (+584)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,831 miles
    Test number
    525438265037
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteFront prop shaft bush worn
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass94,247 miles (+1,245)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    94,247 miles
    Test number
    326753044093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront prop-shaft bush worn

  12. Pass93,002 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    93,002 miles
    Test number
    537560673068
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail93,002 miles (+1,653)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,002 miles
    Test number
    759800273007
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass91,349 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    91,349 miles
    Test number
    769681042023
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  15. Fail91,349 miles (+1,482)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,349 miles
    Test number
    659281942086
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass89,867 miles (+1,471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    89,867 miles
    Test number
    458085641034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass88,396 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    88,396 miles
    Test number
    364722040099
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail88,396 miles (+1,518)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,396 miles
    Test number
    484202840000
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass86,878 miles (+1,988)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    86,878 miles
    Test number
    394647249011
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass84,890 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    84,890 miles
    Test number
    634675148068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,849 miles (+1,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    82,849 miles
    Test number
    211672017032
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass81,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    81,339 miles
    Test number
    121381036089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 TTU

Does A12 TTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 TTU is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 TTU?
The MOT on A12 TTU is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 TTU done?
A12 TTU was recorded at 98,430 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 837 miles a year.
Has A12 TTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 TTU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on A12 TTU 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 A12 TTU find?
A12 TTU passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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