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Mercedes-Benz 300

Grey · Diesel · 1992 · 2,998 cc

K100 JKBMOT history

K100 JKB is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 31 Dec 1992. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 75,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
75,620 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K100 JKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
31 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K100 JKB was last recorded at 75,620 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,239 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
381 miles
Average per year
890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,620 miles
  • 2025 – 75,239 miles
  • 2024 – 75,092 miles
  • 2023 – 74,851 miles
  • 2022 – 73,808 miles
  • 2021 – 73,237 miles
  • 2019 – 72,772 miles
  • 2017 – 72,603 miles
  • 2016 – 71,767 miles
  • 2015 – 70,780 miles
  • 2014 – 69,691 miles
  • 2013 – 66,464 miles
  • 2012 – 63,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,620 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNoise from engineRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to valve

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe from l.s.v to flex brake pipe coroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,620 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    75,620 miles
    Test number
    851294570078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine

  2. Fail75,620 miles (+381)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,620 miles
    Test number
    810206322691
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine

  3. Pass75,239 miles (+147)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    75,239 miles
    Test number
    569769229739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad dash warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms and general under body general rust and corrosion
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine

  4. Pass75,092 miles (+241)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    75,092 miles
    Test number
    874116583294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear oil leak but not excessive hub seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine

  5. Pass74,851 miles (+1,043)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,851 miles
    Test number
    591087329279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine

  6. Pass73,808 miles (+571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    73,808 miles
    Test number
    664264336165
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine

  7. Pass73,237 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,237 miles
    Test number
    158269036356
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to valve (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail73,235 miles (+463)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,235 miles
    Test number
    780734659225
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to valve (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass72,772 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,772 miles
    Test number
    874122571447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,603 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    72,603 miles
    Test number
    200532031855
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe from l.s.v to flex brake pipe coroded

  11. Fail72,506 miles (+739)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,506 miles
    Test number
    249388875444
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe from l.s.v to flex brake pipe coroded

  12. Pass71,767 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    71,767 miles
    Test number
    291192656432
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Fail71,767 miles (+987)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,767 miles
    Test number
    134304551783
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass70,780 miles (+1,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,780 miles
    Test number
    626060585077
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass69,691 miles (+16)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,691 miles
    Test number
    185295704160
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront hub swivel joints leaking grease

  16. Fail69,675 miles (+3,211)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,675 miles
    Test number
    116316184085
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth front steering joints leaking grease
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp not working

  17. Pass66,464 miles (+3,275)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    66,464 miles
    Test number
    437661073041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,189 miles
    Test number
    945285672066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K100 JKB

Does K100 JKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K100 JKB is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K100 JKB?
The MOT on K100 JKB is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K100 JKB done?
K100 JKB was recorded at 75,620 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 890 miles a year.
Has K100 JKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K100 JKB has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on K100 JKB 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 JKB find?
K100 JKB passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear hub seal leaking, and 4 more.

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