Mercedes-Benz 300
Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 2,960 cc
CTM 5MOT history
CTM 5 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 26 Nov 1993. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 138,614 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 2 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 138,614 mi
- At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 25
- 20 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 621 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- CTM 5
- Registration format
- Dateless
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- 300
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,960 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1993
- First used
- 26 Nov 1993
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 3 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
CTM 5 was last recorded at 138,614 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 138,565 miles · 26 May 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 49 miles
- Average per year
- 621 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 138,614 miles
- 2025 – 138,496 miles
- 2023 – 138,451 miles
- 2022 – 138,315 miles
- 2021 – 138,060 miles
- 2020 – 137,913 miles
- 2019 – 137,673 miles
- 2017 – 137,401 miles
- 2016 – 137,055 miles
- 2015 – 136,073 miles
- 2014 – 135,614 miles
- 2013 – 135,184 miles
- 2012 – 134,367 miles
- 2011 – 132,377 miles
- 2010 – 131,103 miles
- 2009 – 129,978 miles
- 2008 – 128,347 miles
- 2007 – 127,528 miles
- 2006 – 126,833 miles
- 2005 – 125,793 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass138,614 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryExhaust system is very corroded including jointsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both treads are cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFuel hose at tank is perishingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryStone chip in screenRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2015
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is showing signs of corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Windscreen washer not working All
Major2 MOTs, 2026
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013
Full MOT history
25 tests since 10 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass138,614 miles1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 138,614 miles
- Test number
- 618980836393
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system is very corroded including joints
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both treads are cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishing
- AdvisoryFuel hose at tank is perishing
- AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryStone chip in screen
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is showing signs of corrosion
Fail138,613 miles (+48)1 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,613 miles
- Test number
- 984828029518
- MajorWindscreen washer not working All (3.5 (a))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system is very corroded including joints
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both treads are cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishing
- AdvisoryFuel hose at tank is perishing
- AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryStone chip in screen
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is showing signs of corrosion
Fail138,565 miles (+69)4 major1 minor12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,565 miles
- Test number
- 479093788304
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Coolant leak before brake test carried out (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corroded at shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt All front boots are perished and split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working All (3.5 (a))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Shackle pins corroded all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system is very corroded including joints
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Treads are cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishing
- AdvisoryFuel hose at tank is perishing
- AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes both sides are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryStone chip in screen
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is showing signs of corrosion
- AdvisoryVehicle lost coolant due to radiator breaking
Pass138,496 miles (+45)2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 138,496 miles
- Test number
- 651146252574
- MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySlight surface corrosion across various suspension steering and brake components
Pass138,451 miles (+136)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 138,451 miles
- Test number
- 469633715398
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass138,315 miles (+255)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 138,315 miles
- Test number
- 905425144499
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass138,060 miles (+147)
- MOT expiry
- 17 May 2022
- Odometer
- 138,060 miles
- Test number
- 915512975826
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass137,913 miles (+240)4 minor
- MOT expiry
- 3 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 137,913 miles
- Test number
- 264270171318
- MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front of 2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear of 2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front of 2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear of 2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Pass137,673 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 137,673 miles
- Test number
- 290892887463
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail137,671 miles (+270)2 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,671 miles
- Test number
- 883167547278
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
Pass137,401 miles (+346)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 137,401 miles
- Test number
- 455828074913
- AdvisoryFront steering dust covers deteriorated
Pass137,055 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 137,055 miles
- Test number
- 418342906463
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x 2 (2.2.C.1c)
Fail137,055 miles (+982)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,055 miles
- Test number
- 612667817279
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x 2 (2.2.C.1c)
Pass136,073 miles (+32)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 136,073 miles
- Test number
- 585509487409
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Fail136,041 miles (+427)6 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,041 miles
- Test number
- 177422806816
- FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryCoil springs are very corroded
- AdvisoryExhaust system is very corroded
- AdvisoryStone chip in screen
Pass135,614 miles (+430)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 135,614 miles
- Test number
- 466527214399
- NoteExhaust mounts broken system still supported by chassis
Pass135,184 miles (+817)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 135,184 miles
- Test number
- 876829003311
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass134,367 miles (+1,990)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 134,367 miles
- Test number
- 418809712477
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass132,377 miles (+1,274)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 132,377 miles
- Test number
- 635178311382
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteDrag link not straight
- NoteSurfacr corrosion on front brake discs
Pass131,103 miles (+1,125)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 131,103 miles
- Test number
- 932125610379
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass129,978 miles (+1,631)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 129,978 miles
- Test number
- 434331429377
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass128,347 miles (+819)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 128,347 miles
- Test number
- 681264028379
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass127,528 miles (+695)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 127,528 miles
- Test number
- 273495827308
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass126,833 miles (+1,040)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 126,833 miles
- Test number
- 614700726368
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass125,793 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Nov 2006
- Odometer
- 125,793 miles
- Test number
- 762364515319
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about CTM 5
- What vehicle is registration CTM 5 currently assigned to?
- DVSA MOT records show CTM 5 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 26 Nov 1993. 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 CTM 5 currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on CTM 5 is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on CTM 5?
- The MOT on CTM 5 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 CTM 5 done?
- CTM 5 was recorded at 138,614 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 621 miles a year.
- Has CTM 5 ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. CTM 5 has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on CTM 5 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 CTM 5 find?
- CTM 5 passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; exhaust system is very corroded including joints; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 8 more.
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