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Mercedes-Benz 300

Red · Petrol · 1988 · 2,962 cc

F3 ECBMOT history

F3 ECB is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 30 Dec 1988. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 83,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
83,945 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 ECB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
30 Dec 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 ECB was last recorded at 83,945 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,825 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
120 miles
Average per year
661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,945 miles
  • 2025 – 83,825 miles
  • 2024 – 83,767 miles
  • 2023 – 83,582 miles
  • 2022 – 83,525 miles
  • 2021 – 83,466 miles
  • 2020 – 83,429 miles
  • 2018 – 83,308 miles
  • 2017 – 83,223 miles
  • 2016 – 83,014 miles
  • 2015 – 82,410 miles
  • 2014 – 81,282 miles
  • 2013 – 80,348 miles
  • 2012 – 79,143 miles
  • 2011 – 79,069 miles
  • 2010 – 77,729 miles
  • 2009 – 75,949 miles
  • 2008 – 73,712 miles
  • 2007 – 72,067 miles
  • 2006 – 70,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,945 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting broken
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))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.

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,945 miles (+120)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    83,945 miles
    Test number
    819551862533
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass83,825 miles (+14)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    83,825 miles
    Test number
    395234386500
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light no working

  3. Fail83,811 miles (+44)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,811 miles
    Test number
    486131480616
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light no working

  4. Pass83,767 miles (+185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    83,767 miles
    Test number
    729674722992
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass83,582 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    83,582 miles
    Test number
    953480572432
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working.

  6. Pass83,525 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,525 miles
    Test number
    486656887002
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust rubber broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail83,525 miles (+59)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,525 miles
    Test number
    373337249234
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust rubber broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass83,466 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    83,466 miles
    Test number
    308729736470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,429 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,429 miles
    Test number
    453029415289
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass83,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    83,308 miles
    Test number
    701393734285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,308 miles (+85)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,308 miles
    Test number
    593009470764
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  12. Pass83,223 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    83,223 miles
    Test number
    193454272982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail83,211 miles (+197)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,211 miles
    Test number
    598191370535
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

  14. Pass83,014 miles (+604)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    83,014 miles
    Test number
    301825728035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,410 miles (+1,128)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    82,410 miles
    Test number
    481482918186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,282 miles (+934)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,282 miles
    Test number
    297837284235
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

  17. Pass80,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,348 miles
    Test number
    205552483297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,348 miles (+1,205)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,348 miles
    Test number
    346621783240
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  19. Pass79,143 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    79,143 miles
    Test number
    197009372279
    • NoteFront wind screen small chip zone a

  20. Fail79,143 miles (+74)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,143 miles
    Test number
    386269572424
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront wind screen small chip zone a

  21. Pass79,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    79,069 miles
    Test number
    306196271414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail79,069 miles (+1,340)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,069 miles
    Test number
    619376771294
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Pass77,729 miles (+1,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,729 miles
    Test number
    270450380184
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass75,949 miles (+2,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    75,949 miles
    Test number
    731003779166
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail73,712 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,712 miles
    Test number
    502432928126
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass73,712 miles (+1,645)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    73,712 miles
    Test number
    514262728119
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass72,067 miles (+1,345)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,067 miles
    Test number
    693584517152
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll four tyres near legal limit

  28. Pass70,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    70,722 miles
    Test number
    434032106199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 ECB

Does F3 ECB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 ECB is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 ECB?
The MOT on F3 ECB is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 ECB done?
F3 ECB was recorded at 83,945 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 661 miles a year.
Has F3 ECB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 ECB has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on F3 ECB 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 F3 ECB find?
F3 ECB passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: central exhaust mounting broken; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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