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Mercedes-Benz 300

Blue · Petrol · 1987 · 2,962 cc

E101 DCKMOT history

E101 DCK is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 1 Sept 1987. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 81,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2024
Mileage
81,958 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
E101 DCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
1 Sept 1987
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

E101 DCK was last recorded at 81,958 miles on 8 Nov 2023, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,949 miles · 7 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
1,335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 81,958 miles
  • 2022 – 81,949 miles
  • 2021 – 81,837 miles
  • 2020 – 81,047 miles
  • 2019 – 80,769 miles
  • 2017 – 80,076 miles
  • 2016 – 79,860 miles
  • 2014 – 79,754 miles
  • 2013 – 79,570 miles
  • 2012 – 73,267 miles
  • 2011 – 71,826 miles
  • 2010 – 70,354 miles
  • 2009 – 68,537 miles
  • 2008 – 65,914 miles
  • 2007 – 61,899 miles
  • 2006 – 58,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,958 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,958 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    81,958 miles
    Test number
    213866146957
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass81,949 miles (+112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,949 miles
    Test number
    238881657767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass81,837 miles (+790)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,837 miles
    Test number
    638360841645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass81,047 miles (+278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,047 miles
    Test number
    530735072758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass80,769 miles (+693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,769 miles
    Test number
    397399640424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,076 miles (+216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    80,076 miles
    Test number
    473951214187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  7. Pass79,860 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,860 miles
    Test number
    811359629527
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  8. Fail79,860 miles (+106)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,860 miles
    Test number
    287655517831
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  9. Pass79,754 miles (+184)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    79,754 miles
    Test number
    195070194202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass79,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,570 miles
    Test number
    848746993190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    695953993176
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass73,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,267 miles
    Test number
    426690072044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,267 miles (+1,441)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,267 miles
    Test number
    685870872052
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass71,826 miles (+1,472)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    71,826 miles
    Test number
    277787661029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,354 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    70,354 miles
    Test number
    372420760034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,537 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,537 miles
    Test number
    123445549421
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass68,537 miles (+2,623)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    68,537 miles
    Test number
    744185749098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,914 miles (+4,015)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    65,914 miles
    Test number
    644052258028
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteHC passed at higher RPM

  19. Pass61,899 miles (+3,629)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    61,899 miles
    Test number
    151878747420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,270 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    58,270 miles
    Test number
    773550246092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Questions about E101 DCK

Does E101 DCK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on E101 DCK expired on 9 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on E101 DCK?
The MOT on E101 DCK expired on 9 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has E101 DCK done?
E101 DCK was recorded at 81,958 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2023, an average of 1,335 miles a year.
Has E101 DCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. E101 DCK has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2016.
Has the mileage on E101 DCK 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 E101 DCK find?
E101 DCK passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2023 with 3 advisories: front wheel bearing has slight play both; nearside vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill area; offside vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill area.

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