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Mercedes-Benz 300

Multi-colour · Petrol · 1992 · 2,962 cc

J486 EEEMOT history

J486 EEE is a multi-colour petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 24 Jan 1992. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2025 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 123,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2025
Mileage
123,067 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2024
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J486 EEE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
24 Jan 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

J486 EEE was last recorded at 123,067 miles on 13 Jul 2024, 1,533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,534 miles · 15 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,533 miles
Average per year
1,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 123,067 miles
  • 2023 – 121,534 miles
  • 2022 – 119,843 miles
  • 2021 – 119,197 miles
  • 2020 – 117,609 miles
  • 2019 – 117,607 miles
  • 2018 – 114,851 miles
  • 2017 – 114,793 miles
  • 2016 – 110,279 miles
  • 2015 – 108,645 miles
  • 2013 – 107,050 miles
  • 2012 – 106,911 miles
  • 2009 – 104,912 miles
  • 2008 – 102,312 miles
  • 2007 – 98,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,067 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all, upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive footwell (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all, upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,067 miles (+1,533)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    123,067 miles
    Test number
    161725887337
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all, upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive footwell (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all, upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass121,534 miles (+20)2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    121,534 miles
    Test number
    140873832628
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view dark sun strip fitted (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to center section joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced clamp corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced clamp corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail121,514 miles (+1,671)5 dangerous8 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,514 miles
    Test number
    704235414725
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 3 areas (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view sun strip (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  4. Pass119,843 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,843 miles
    Test number
    152050705052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive foot well (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubber bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail119,843 miles (+646)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,843 miles
    Test number
    923020348582
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive foot well (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubber bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass119,197 miles (+1,588)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    119,197 miles
    Test number
    772498725669
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive footwell (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension has limited travel due to spring sag
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance figures only just met, adjustment or repairs required
  7. Pass117,609 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    117,609 miles
    Test number
    491489071786
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Fail117,607 miles4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,607 miles
    Test number
    967459746205
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Fail117,607 miles (+2,756)1 dangerous16 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,607 miles
    Test number
    116321137551
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working controlmissing (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg / floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced central, floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPassenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both, very dull (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass114,851 miles (+58)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    114,851 miles
    Test number
    133818423201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail114,793 miles (+4,514)22 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,793 miles
    Test number
    237701637361
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded suspension arm mounting area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis, under passenger floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded above exhaust (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate bulb dim (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end cap (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailurePassenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported pipe broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush all bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear window cracked
    • AdvisoryBootlid catch missing, being held closed by flexi strap
  12. Pass110,279 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,279 miles
    Test number
    620348458457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,278 miles (+1,633)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,278 miles
    Test number
    283686006278
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
  14. Pass108,645 miles (+1,595)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,645 miles
    Test number
    269902445108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner side walls cracking
    • NoteRear suspension bushes perished
  15. Pass107,050 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    107,050 miles
    Test number
    448482913360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass106,911 miles (+1,999)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    106,911 miles
    Test number
    607705692114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll discs slight pitting
    • NoteBattery inscure
    • NoteBrake pipes all painted
    • NoteSuspenshion lowerd
  17. Pass104,912 miles (+2,600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    104,912 miles
    Test number
    502124639075
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail102,312 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,312 miles
    Test number
    172811328461
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  19. Pass102,312 miles (+4,171)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    102,312 miles
    Test number
    461511728041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass98,141 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    98,141 miles
    Test number
    564556527069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail98,140 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,140 miles
    Test number
    514955327038
    • FailureNearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
    • FailureOffside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Questions about J486 EEE

Does J486 EEE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J486 EEE expired on 12 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J486 EEE?
The MOT on J486 EEE expired on 12 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J486 EEE done?
J486 EEE was recorded at 123,067 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2024, an average of 1,427 miles a year.
Has J486 EEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J486 EEE has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2023.
Has the mileage on J486 EEE 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 J486 EEE find?
J486 EEE passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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