Mercedes Motor Caravan

White · Diesel · 1989 · 5,958 cc

F3 KJAMOT history

F3 KJA is a white diesel Mercedes Motor Caravan first used on 1 Aug 1989. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 147,978 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
147,978 km
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
894 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 KJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
Motor Caravan
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
5,958 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
1 Aug 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 KJA was last recorded at 147,978 km on 30 Apr 2026, 10 km more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,968 km · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
10 km
Average per year
894 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,978 km
  • 2024 – 147,823 km
  • 2023 – 147,667 km
  • 2022 – 146,724 km
  • 2020 – 146,251 km
  • 2019 – 139,736 km
  • 2018 – 139,494 km
  • 2013 – 137,972 km
  • 2012 – 135,343 km
  • 2010 – 133,843 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,978 km
  • Advisory2x nearside marker lights not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryAll leaf spring bushes deteriorated
  • AdvisoryFront main beam on bull bar not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryN/s/f upper additional lights not working
  • AdvisoryN/s/f upper main beam lights not working
  • AdvisoryNoise front drivebelt area
  • AdvisoryO/s/f lower additional lights not workingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside side marker not working
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe dampRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • All leaf spring bushes slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,978 km (+10)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    147,978 km
    Test number
    864568817559
    • Advisory2x nearside marker lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • AdvisoryAll leaf spring bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront main beam on bull bar not working
    • AdvisoryN/s/f upper additional lights not working
    • AdvisoryN/s/f upper main beam lights not working
    • AdvisoryNoise front drivebelt area
    • AdvisoryO/s/f lower additional lights not working
    • AdvisoryOffside side marker not working
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp

  2. Fail147,968 km (+145)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,968 km
    Test number
    911466990867
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Advisory2x nearside marker lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive starting to drip onto floor (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll leaf spring bushes deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryFront main beam on bull bar not working
    • AdvisoryN/s/f upper additional main beam lights not working
    • AdvisoryO/s/f lower additional lights not working
    • AdvisoryOffside side marked not working
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp

  3. Pass147,823 km (+156)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    147,823 km
    Test number
    168924863036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper n/s/f upper additional main beam lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside x2 marker lights not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f lower additional lights not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside side marker light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll leaf spring bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp

  4. Pass147,667 km8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    147,667 km
    Test number
    384661984788
    • Advisory2x n/s side markers not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryAll leaf spring bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f upper aditional main beam lights not working
    • AdvisoryO/s/f lower additional lights not working

  5. Fail147,667 km (+943)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,667 km
    Test number
    757127978586
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • Advisory2x n/s side markers not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryAll leaf spring bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/f upper aditional main beam lights not working
    • AdvisoryO/s/f lower additional lights not working

  6. Pass146,724 km (+473)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    146,724 km
    Test number
    353775229036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive o/s of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f upper additional lamp not working

  7. Pass146,251 km (+6,515)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    146,251 km
    Test number
    608610061396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass139,736 km (+242)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,736 km
    Test number
    895865557477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass139,494 km (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    139,494 km
    Test number
    877753109768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail139,465 km (+1,493)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,465 km
    Test number
    851716087568
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass137,972 km (+2,629)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    137,972 km
    Test number
    819384393192
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe starting to corrode
    • NotePlay in Nearside Front king pin ( lift ) close to prescribed limit.
    • NoteSlight play in Offside track rod end.

  12. Pass135,343 km
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    135,343 km
    Test number
    958441192171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass135,297 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    135,297 miles
    Test number
    849416001283
    • NoteLeaf spring eye bushes worn.

  14. Pass133,843 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    133,843 km
    Test number
    923278580130
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass130,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    130,576 miles
    Test number
    642569099185
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Questions about F3 KJA

Does F3 KJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 KJA is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 KJA?
The MOT on F3 KJA is valid until 29 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 KJA done?
F3 KJA was recorded at 147,978 km at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 894 km a year.
Has F3 KJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 KJA has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on F3 KJA 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 KJA find?
F3 KJA passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 12 advisories: 2x nearside marker lights not working; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 9 more.

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