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Mercedes-Benz 500

Silver · Petrol · 1990 · 4,973 cc

H1 HNKMOT history

H1 HNK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 31 Dec 1990. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 74,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
74,698 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H1 HNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
500
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
31 Dec 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

H1 HNK was last recorded at 74,698 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,690 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,698 miles
  • 2024 – 73,899 miles
  • 2023 – 73,437 miles
  • 2022 – 72,775 miles
  • 2021 – 72,082 miles
  • 2020 – 71,535 miles
  • 2019 – 70,197 miles
  • 2018 – 68,607 miles
  • 2017 – 67,020 miles
  • 2015 – 65,184 miles
  • 2014 – 63,681 miles
  • 2013 – 62,071 miles
  • 2012 – 60,219 miles
  • 2011 – 57,487 miles
  • 2010 – 52,960 miles
  • 2009 – 48,101 miles
  • 2008 – 41,639 miles
  • 2007 – 37,628 miles
  • 2006 – 33,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,698 miles
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Fuel cap seal is perishing.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • N/s/r tyre is wearing on the inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,698 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    74,698 miles
    Test number
    351722062257
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail74,690 miles (+791)1 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,690 miles
    Test number
    739771838856
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass73,899 miles (+462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    73,899 miles
    Test number
    741633188504
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass73,437 miles (+662)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,437 miles
    Test number
    631196844875
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  5. Pass72,775 miles (+693)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,775 miles
    Test number
    598584514436
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishing.

  6. Pass72,082 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,082 miles
    Test number
    287392921834
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishing.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre is wearing on the inner edge.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre is wearing on the inner edge.
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight leak.

  7. Fail72,080 miles (+545)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,080 miles
    Test number
    110779092400
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishing.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre is wearing on the inner edge.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre is wearing on the inner edge.
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight leak.

  8. Pass71,535 miles (+1,338)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    71,535 miles
    Test number
    858026472941
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake limiting valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device seal perishing

  9. Pass70,197 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,197 miles
    Test number
    235402916512
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail70,192 miles (+1,585)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,192 miles
    Test number
    737991815978
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass68,607 miles (+1,587)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,607 miles
    Test number
    225747698486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,020 miles (+1,836)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,020 miles
    Test number
    570396600239
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  13. Pass65,184 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,184 miles
    Test number
    484723821933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,681 miles (+1,610)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,681 miles
    Test number
    689078414326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,071 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,071 miles
    Test number
    147665123324
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • NoteSteering box damp

  16. Fail62,071 miles (+1,852)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,071 miles
    Test number
    439763323462
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • NoteSteering box damp

  17. Pass60,219 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,219 miles
    Test number
    155421522380
    • NoteSigns of oil around the steering box.

  18. Fail60,219 miles (+2,732)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,219 miles
    Test number
    827270022332
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSigns of oil around the steering box.

  19. Fail57,487 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,487 miles
    Test number
    139255311347
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFuel filter needs changing. Steering box leak / moniter Possile misfire. Plugs?

  20. Pass57,487 miles (+4,527)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,487 miles
    Test number
    379195611378
    • NoteFuel filter needs changing. Steering box leak / moniter Possile misfire. Plugs?

  21. Pass52,960 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,960 miles
    Test number
    841149410312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,945 miles (+4,844)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,945 miles
    Test number
    994125510398
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn heavily on edge, tracking?
    • NoteO/S/R tyre on limit
    • NoteSteering damper damp?

  23. Pass48,101 miles (+6,462)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,101 miles
    Test number
    794248009333
    • NoteO/S/F tyre heavily worn inner edge /
    • NoteSounds like hole in rear exhaust

  24. Pass41,639 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,639 miles
    Test number
    771851988286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,626 miles (+3,998)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,626 miles
    Test number
    260303178251
    • FailureCentre Front Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass37,628 miles (+3,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    37,628 miles
    Test number
    922442607316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail33,766 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,766 miles
    Test number
    364230696289
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Pass33,766 miles (+18)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    33,766 miles
    Test number
    751310096222
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Fail33,748 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,748 miles
    Test number
    300702276236
    • FailureSuspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Questions about H1 HNK

Does H1 HNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H1 HNK is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on H1 HNK?
The MOT on H1 HNK is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H1 HNK done?
H1 HNK was recorded at 74,698 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 2,142 miles a year.
Has H1 HNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H1 HNK has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on H1 HNK 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 H1 HNK find?
H1 HNK passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: steering box leaking oil; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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