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Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

ETO 72MOT history

ETO 72 is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz R-Class first used on 25 May 2007. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
149,875 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2024
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ETO 72
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
R-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 May 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

ETO 72 was last recorded at 149,875 miles on 4 Oct 2024, 183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,692 miles · 20 May 2024
Between the last two tests
183 miles
Average per year
7,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 149,875 miles
  • 2023 – 147,142 miles
  • 2022 – 144,642 miles
  • 2021 – 142,076 miles
  • 2019 – 137,652 miles
  • 2018 – 128,907 miles
  • 2017 – 123,081 miles
  • 2016 – 111,367 miles
  • 2015 – 103,363 miles
  • 2014 – 93,949 miles
  • 2013 – 77,513 miles
  • 2012 – 62,935 miles
  • 2011 – 50,496 miles
  • 2010 – 42,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,875 miles
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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.

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,875 miles (+183)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    149,875 miles
    Test number
    423919700115
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Fail149,692 miles (+2,550)7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,692 miles
    Test number
    905050066755
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly does not illuminate (1.1.10 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass147,142 miles (+2,500)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    147,142 miles
    Test number
    916683753439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass144,642 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    144,642 miles
    Test number
    513969124565
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail144,642 miles (+2,566)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,642 miles
    Test number
    123410739671
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass142,076 miles (+4,424)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    142,076 miles
    Test number
    288605519936
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre split and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass137,652 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,652 miles
    Test number
    438737920223
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail137,652 miles (+8,745)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,652 miles
    Test number
    113650425045
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working side light bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass128,907 miles (+5,826)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    128,907 miles
    Test number
    736427031342
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass123,081 miles (+11,714)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    123,081 miles
    Test number
    460164756054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass111,367 miles (+8,004)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    111,367 miles
    Test number
    473391090484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,363 miles (+9,414)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    103,363 miles
    Test number
    492192807039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,949 miles (+16,436)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,949 miles
    Test number
    998461314317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,513 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    77,513 miles
    Test number
    808336503228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail77,504 miles (+14,569)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,504 miles
    Test number
    328583403260
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass62,935 miles (+12,439)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,935 miles
    Test number
    285823112217
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Pass50,496 miles (+7,888)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,496 miles
    Test number
    915689801236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    42,608 miles
    Test number
    991937410205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ETO 72

What vehicle is registration ETO 72 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ETO 72 on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz R-Class first used on 25 May 2007. 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 ETO 72 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on ETO 72 expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on ETO 72?
The MOT on ETO 72 expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has ETO 72 done?
ETO 72 was recorded at 149,875 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2024, an average of 7,572 miles a year.
Has ETO 72 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ETO 72 has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on ETO 72 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 ETO 72 find?
ETO 72 passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect: offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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