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Mercedes-Benz 300

Red · Petrol · 1992 · 2,962 cc

K100 JFTMOT history

K100 JFT is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 26 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 60,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
60,212 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K100 JFT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
26 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K100 JFT was last recorded at 60,212 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,202 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,212 miles
  • 2025 – 60,202 miles
  • 2024 – 60,185 miles
  • 2023 – 60,174 miles
  • 2022 – 60,105 miles
  • 2021 – 59,901 miles
  • 2019 – 59,884 miles
  • 2018 – 59,796 miles
  • 2017 – 59,744 miles
  • 2016 – 59,477 miles
  • 2015 – 59,234 miles
  • 2014 – 58,667 miles
  • 2013 – 58,379 miles
  • 2012 – 58,338 miles
  • 2011 – 58,276 miles
  • 2010 – 57,551 miles
  • 2009 – 56,261 miles
  • 2008 – 54,722 miles
  • 2007 – 53,635 miles
  • 2006 – 51,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,212 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips in front screen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated O/S/F Lower ball joint dust cover splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front brake hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Corrosion on front coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front N/S/F support tube /castor adjuster bush worn
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rear brake hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Corrosion on rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion on rear chassis and floor (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.

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both front springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,212 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    60,212 miles
    Test number
    126581775244
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips in front screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated O/S/F Lower ball joint dust cover splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front brake hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Corrosion on front coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front N/S/F support tube /castor adjuster bush worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rear brake hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Corrosion on rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion on rear chassis and floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail60,212 miles (+10)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,212 miles
    Test number
    110281237443
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips in front screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated O/S/F Lower ball joint dust cover splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front brake hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Corrosion on front coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front N/S/F support tube /castor adjuster bush worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rear brake hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Corrosion on rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion on rear chassis and floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass60,202 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    60,202 miles
    Test number
    203032859756
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/S/F Lower ball joint dust cover perished and splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated O/S/F Lower ball joint dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively N/S/F brake binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Slight bind on O/S/F Brake (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail60,202 miles (+17)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,202 miles
    Test number
    417470766240
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/S/F Lower ball joint dust cover perished and splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated O/S/F Lower ball joint dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively N/S/F brake binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Slight bind on O/S/F Brake (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass60,185 miles (+11)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    60,185 miles
    Test number
    562140438029
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower arm ball joint dust cover perished and splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front N/S/F brake binding - Not Excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Various cuts in rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass60,174 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    60,174 miles
    Test number
    613766573936
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated O/S/F lower ball joint dust cover splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Slight bind on N/S/F brake (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Various cuts in bother rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail60,174 miles (+69)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,174 miles
    Test number
    480196199863
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate ABS not illuminating (1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced Rear stop lamps dim (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated O/S/F lower ball joint dust cover splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Slight bind on N/S/F brake (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Various cuts in bother rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass60,105 miles (+204)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    60,105 miles
    Test number
    965777447978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass59,901 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    59,901 miles
    Test number
    173588408778
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body has surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper arm mountings has surface rust on body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper arm mounting has surface rust on body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on inner tread shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass59,884 miles (+88)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,884 miles
    Test number
    184750036257
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySome underside corrosion

  11. Pass59,796 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    59,796 miles
    Test number
    533290152161
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass59,744 miles (+267)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,744 miles
    Test number
    832025238702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,477 miles (+243)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    59,477 miles
    Test number
    980038442165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,234 miles (+567)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    59,234 miles
    Test number
    135287506056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,667 miles (+288)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    58,667 miles
    Test number
    618009634201
    • NoteOffside front bumper corroded

  16. Pass58,379 miles (+41)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,379 miles
    Test number
    266041633238
    • NoteOffside front bumper corroded
    • NoteSlight underside corrosion

  17. Pass58,338 miles (+62)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,338 miles
    Test number
    208178022297
    • NoteOffside front bumper corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion starting on underside of vehicle

  18. Pass58,276 miles (+725)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,276 miles
    Test number
    428937331219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system becoming corroded

  19. Pass57,551 miles (+112)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,551 miles
    Test number
    114913840250
    • NoteAll brake hoses becoming perished
    • NoteBoth front and rear coil springs becoming corroded
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes bercoming corroded
    • NoteBoth rear driveshaft inner and outer gaiters becoming perished
    • NoteGeneral underside corrosion
    • NoteSlight play both front anti-roll bar outer bushes

  20. Fail57,439 miles (+1,178)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,439 miles
    Test number
    602318420233
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass56,261 miles (+1,539)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,261 miles
    Test number
    571103239290
    • NoteNearside front brake is binding slightly. Front brake imbalance is close to limit(nearside is lower)

  22. Pass54,722 miles (+1,087)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,722 miles
    Test number
    161286328267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,635 miles (+1,753)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    53,635 miles
    Test number
    520853237267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play steering box

  24. Pass51,882 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    51,882 miles
    Test number
    971953236270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear flexible hoses metal ferrils corroded †slight play steering box †

  25. Fail51,882 miles2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,882 miles
    Test number
    424203336276
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipes metal ferrils corroded †slight play steering box †

Questions about K100 JFT

Does K100 JFT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K100 JFT is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K100 JFT?
The MOT on K100 JFT is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K100 JFT done?
K100 JFT was recorded at 60,212 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 415 miles a year.
Has K100 JFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K100 JFT has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on K100 JFT 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 K100 JFT find?
K100 JFT passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips in front screen; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s/f lower ball joint dust cover splitting; front brake hose slightly deteriorated front brake hoses perishing, and 8 more.

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