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Mercedes-Benz 300

Silver · Diesel · 1990 · 3,000 cc

G352BPVMOT history

G352BPV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 31 Dec 1990. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 204,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
204,934 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

G352BPV was last recorded at 204,934 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,751 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
183 miles
Average per year
1,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,934 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (Jacking Point) (6.1.1 (c) (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 jacking point corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,934 miles (+183)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    204,934 miles
    Test number
    480003558573
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (Jacking Point) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass204,751 miles (+160)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    204,751 miles
    Test number
    634180066648
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded

  3. Pass204,591 miles (+254)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    204,591 miles
    Test number
    934996236241
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded

  4. Pass204,337 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    204,337 miles
    Test number
    844118493730
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail204,337 miles (+151)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,337 miles
    Test number
    326153299798
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass204,186 miles (+228)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    204,186 miles
    Test number
    629094179740
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded not in tested zone
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass203,958 miles (+566)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    203,958 miles
    Test number
    576541438753
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point area rusted. non structual

  8. Pass203,392 miles (+277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    203,392 miles
    Test number
    437134599258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass203,115 miles (+636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    203,115 miles
    Test number
    296606457517
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass202,479 miles (+313)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    202,479 miles
    Test number
    447424497849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass202,166 miles (+568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    202,166 miles
    Test number
    308606258176
    • AdvisoryExhaust mount corroded

  12. Pass201,598 miles (+606)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    201,598 miles
    Test number
    608364678024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass200,992 miles (+412)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    200,992 miles
    Test number
    495130604374
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass200,580 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    200,580 miles
    Test number
    378427583469
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail200,580 miles (+2,269)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,580 miles
    Test number
    658757283269
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail198,311 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,311 miles
    Test number
    228638892222
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)

  17. Pass198,311 miles (+1,029)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    198,311 miles
    Test number
    398558492496
    • 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)

  18. Pass197,282 miles (+730)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    197,282 miles
    Test number
    115491091245
    • 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)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  19. Pass196,552 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    196,552 miles
    Test number
    590348790274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust mount deteriorated but system still supported

  20. Fail196,552 miles (+4,184)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,552 miles
    Test number
    700158290246
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust mount deteriorated but system still supported

  21. Pass192,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    192,368 miles
    Test number
    174442799229
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail192,368 miles (+6,005)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,368 miles
    Test number
    480602399252
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass186,363 miles (+6,109)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    186,363 miles
    Test number
    870629088226
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteATF Cooler pipes are corroding
    • NoteBattery insecure

  24. Pass180,254 miles (+6,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    180,254 miles
    Test number
    140039197215
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass173,839 miles (+4,278)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    173,839 miles
    Test number
    414373006349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass169,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    169,561 miles
    Test number
    272836205311
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about G352BPV

When is the MOT due on G352BPV?
The MOT on G352BPV is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G352BPV done?
G352BPV was recorded at 204,934 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 1,775 miles a year.
Has G352BPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G352BPV has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on G352BPV 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 G352BPV find?
G352BPV passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (jacking point).

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