Mercedes 307

Green · Diesel · 1983 · 2,404 cc

A609 TMAMOT history

A609 TMA is a green diesel Mercedes 307 first used on 13 Dec 1983. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 182,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2023
Mileage
182,058 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A609 TMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
307
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,404 cc
Year of manufacture
1983
First used
13 Dec 1983
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

A609 TMA was last recorded at 182,058 miles on 1 Jul 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,058 miles · 29 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 182,058 miles
  • 2020 – 178,025 miles
  • 2019 – 173,381 miles
  • 2018 – 172,262 miles
  • 2017 – 170,380 miles
  • 2016 – 169,127 miles
  • 2015 – 168,092 miles
  • 2014 – 162,276 miles
  • 2011 – 161,112 miles
  • 2010 – 159,325 miles
  • 2009 – 157,896 miles
  • 2008 – 155,735 miles
  • 2007 – 152,232 miles
  • 2006 – 151,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,058 miles
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam King Pin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam King Pin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,058 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    182,058 miles
    Test number
    587363967916
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail182,058 miles (+4,033)2 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,058 miles
    Test number
    955403563790
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front and rear of rear spring box sections corroded and holed marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front and rear of rear spring box sections corroded and holed marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Axle hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass178,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    178,025 miles
    Test number
    474231768983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam King Pin (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam King Pin (5.1.2 (c) (i))

  4. Fail178,025 miles (+4,644)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,025 miles
    Test number
    902559132213
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Tail Pipe Missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam King Pin (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam King Pin (5.1.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass173,381 miles (+1,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    173,381 miles
    Test number
    794730385400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass172,262 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    172,262 miles
    Test number
    221412654562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass170,380 miles (+1,253)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    170,380 miles
    Test number
    159450882356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass169,127 miles (+1,035)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    169,127 miles
    Test number
    631357177198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  9. Pass168,092 miles (+5,816)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    168,092 miles
    Test number
    347757795073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass162,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    162,276 miles
    Test number
    287539994060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail162,276 miles (+1,164)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,276 miles
    Test number
    706618794082
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass161,112 miles (+1,787)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    161,112 miles
    Test number
    275797741429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail159,325 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,325 miles
    Test number
    733802430132
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass159,325 miles (+1,429)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    159,325 miles
    Test number
    983772130150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail157,896 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,896 miles
    Test number
    254996129182
    • Repaired at testHorn control missing (1.6.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  16. Pass157,896 miles (+2,161)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    157,896 miles
    Test number
    744666729102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass155,735 miles (+3,503)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    155,735 miles
    Test number
    532433538189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass152,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    152,232 miles
    Test number
    652844327144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail152,232 miles (+424)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,232 miles
    Test number
    883693627152
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass151,808 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    151,808 miles
    Test number
    250278356266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail151,807 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,807 miles
    Test number
    642016356298
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about A609 TMA

Does A609 TMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A609 TMA expired on 30 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A609 TMA?
The MOT on A609 TMA expired on 30 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A609 TMA done?
A609 TMA was recorded at 182,058 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2022, an average of 1,915 miles a year.
Has A609 TMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A609 TMA has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on A609 TMA 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 A609 TMA find?
A609 TMA passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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