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Mercedes-Benz 300

Red · Diesel · 1992 · 2,998 cc

A14 KNJMOT history

A14 KNJ is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 5 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 170,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
170,292 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A14 KNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
5 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A14 KNJ was last recorded at 170,292 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 573 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,719 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
573 miles
Average per year
2,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,292 miles
  • 2025 – 169,719 miles
  • 2024 – 168,537 miles
  • 2023 – 166,224 miles
  • 2022 – 164,275 miles
  • 2021 – 162,039 miles
  • 2020 – 159,852 miles
  • 2019 – 156,863 miles
  • 2018 – 153,773 miles
  • 2017 – 150,820 miles
  • 2016 – 147,456 miles
  • 2015 – 143,855 miles
  • 2014 – 140,928 miles
  • 2013 – 138,905 miles
  • 2012 – 136,731 miles
  • 2011 – 135,408 miles
  • 2010 – 133,881 miles
  • 2009 – 129,710 miles
  • 2008 – 126,920 miles
  • 2007 – 122,025 miles
  • 2006 – 116,963 miles
  • 2005 – 111,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,292 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear all rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion

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.

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,292 miles (+573)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    170,292 miles
    Test number
    676054008000
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear all rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion

  2. Pass169,719 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    169,719 miles
    Test number
    187122186758
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened top of subframe corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion

  3. Fail169,719 miles (+1,182)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,719 miles
    Test number
    372363355784
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened top of subframe corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion

  4. Pass168,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    168,537 miles
    Test number
    747571969960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail168,525 miles (+2,301)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,525 miles
    Test number
    955461290597
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass166,224 miles (+1,949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    166,224 miles
    Test number
    970129287018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass164,275 miles (+2,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    164,275 miles
    Test number
    861927029152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass162,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    162,039 miles
    Test number
    208287789692
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail162,024 miles (+2,172)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,024 miles
    Test number
    540783066810
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass159,852 miles (+2,989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    159,852 miles
    Test number
    876789464122
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass156,863 miles (+3,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    156,863 miles
    Test number
    746373037730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass153,773 miles (+2,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    153,773 miles
    Test number
    579685654218
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass150,820 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    150,820 miles
    Test number
    685649121358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail150,806 miles (+3,350)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,806 miles
    Test number
    298767558568
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed both fronts (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass147,456 miles (+3,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    147,456 miles
    Test number
    170720805325
    • AdvisoryOffside Front cracks in sidewall and tread
    • AdvisoryRepair sticker on o/s/headlight slihgt damage

  16. Pass143,855 miles (+2,927)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    143,855 miles
    Test number
    235484695118
    • NoteOffside headlight lens has repair sticker on small amount of damage

  17. Pass140,928 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    140,928 miles
    Test number
    188103504215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOffside headlight lens has repair sticker on small amount of damage
    • NoteRear differencial damp with oil
    • NoteSlight knocking in steering
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail140,928 miles (+2,023)1 failure4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,928 miles
    Test number
    736829294149
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOffside headlight lens has repair sticker on small amount of damage
    • NoteRear differencial damp with oil
    • NoteSlight knocking in steering
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass138,905 miles (+2,174)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    138,905 miles
    Test number
    259276893474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass136,731 miles (+1,323)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    136,731 miles
    Test number
    306808692170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass135,408 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    135,408 miles
    Test number
    579285191126
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSteering operation stiff when engine off

  22. Fail135,404 miles (+1,523)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,404 miles
    Test number
    136035691161
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSteering operation stiff when engine off

  23. Pass133,881 miles (+4,171)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    133,881 miles
    Test number
    813405890121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass129,710 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    129,710 miles
    Test number
    671392509260
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront and rear coil springs corroding slightly

  25. Fail129,710 miles (+2,790)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,710 miles
    Test number
    821372609215
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront and rear coil springs corroding slightly

  26. Pass126,920 miles (+4,895)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    126,920 miles
    Test number
    393733908265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSmall amount of damage to offside headlight

  27. Pass122,025 miles (+33)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    122,025 miles
    Test number
    294551807290
    • NoteFuel lines corroded
    • NoteOsf brake pipe corroded

  28. Fail121,992 miles (+5,029)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,992 miles
    Test number
    160397497141
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel lines corroded
    • NoteOsf brake pipe corroded

  29. Pass116,963 miles (+5,226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    116,963 miles
    Test number
    324949396119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass111,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    111,737 miles
    Test number
    402531105230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail111,737 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,737 miles
    Test number
    470791205296
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about A14 KNJ

Does A14 KNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A14 KNJ is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on A14 KNJ?
The MOT on A14 KNJ is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A14 KNJ done?
A14 KNJ was recorded at 170,292 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 2,791 miles a year.
Has A14 KNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A14 KNJ has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on A14 KNJ 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 A14 KNJ find?
A14 KNJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: central rear oil leak, but not excessive diff; central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; coil spring corroded all 4 coil springs, and 4 more.

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