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Mercedes-Benz 300

Silver · Petrol · 1987 · 2,962 cc

JPS 26MOT history

JPS 26 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 31 Dec 1987. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 152,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
152,910 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
JPS 26
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
31 Dec 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

JPS 26 was last recorded at 152,910 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 64 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,846 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
64 miles
Average per year
2,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,910 miles
  • 2025 – 152,846 miles
  • 2023 – 152,579 miles
  • 2022 – 151,563 miles
  • 2021 – 150,475 miles
  • 2020 – 149,613 miles
  • 2019 – 148,550 miles
  • 2018 – 146,969 miles
  • 2017 – 144,847 miles
  • 2016 – 142,556 miles
  • 2015 – 139,904 miles
  • 2014 – 137,456 miles
  • 2013 – 135,206 miles
  • 2012 – 133,097 miles
  • 2011 – 130,959 miles
  • 2010 – 128,879 miles
  • 2009 – 122,106 miles
  • 2008 – 118,567 miles
  • 2007 – 113,501 miles
  • 2006 – 108,482 miles
  • 2005 – 104,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,910 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,910 miles (+64)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    152,910 miles
    Test number
    483383815441
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass152,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    152,846 miles
    Test number
    643384846952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail152,846 miles (+7)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,846 miles
    Test number
    449413933646
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail152,839 miles (+260)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,839 miles
    Test number
    953077094088
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed in some areas

  5. Pass152,579 miles (+1,016)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    152,579 miles
    Test number
    712345802114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass151,563 miles (+1,088)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    151,563 miles
    Test number
    451023663929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass150,475 miles (+862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    150,475 miles
    Test number
    127100449181
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s/f brake slightly binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass149,613 miles (+1,063)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    149,613 miles
    Test number
    586274676612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass148,550 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    148,550 miles
    Test number
    249427628718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass146,969 miles (+2,122)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    146,969 miles
    Test number
    508607524593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass144,847 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    144,847 miles
    Test number
    187710103936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass142,556 miles (+2,652)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    142,556 miles
    Test number
    451392920832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass139,904 miles (+2,448)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    139,904 miles
    Test number
    475680410322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass137,456 miles (+2,250)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    137,456 miles
    Test number
    929118914307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass135,206 miles (+2,109)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    135,206 miles
    Test number
    105052723366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass133,097 miles (+2,138)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    133,097 miles
    Test number
    898345922343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,959 miles (+2,080)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    130,959 miles
    Test number
    978219711302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass128,879 miles (+6,773)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    128,879 miles
    Test number
    750621150348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass122,106 miles (+3,539)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    122,106 miles
    Test number
    660560039357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has a cut in tread

  20. Pass118,567 miles (+5,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    118,567 miles
    Test number
    322700858395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass113,501 miles (+5,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    113,501 miles
    Test number
    624596347330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass108,482 miles (+4,480)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    108,482 miles
    Test number
    880025636325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass104,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    104,002 miles
    Test number
    330163555362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about JPS 26

What vehicle is registration JPS 26 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show JPS 26 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 31 Dec 1987. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does JPS 26 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on JPS 26 is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on JPS 26?
The MOT on JPS 26 is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has JPS 26 done?
JPS 26 was recorded at 152,910 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 2,380 miles a year.
Has JPS 26 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. JPS 26 has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on JPS 26 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 JPS 26 find?
JPS 26 passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: power steering pump has slight seepage; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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