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Mercedes-Benz 300

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 2,960 cc

K15 DLCMOT history

K15 DLC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 7 Dec 1992. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
83,696 mi
At MOT on 24 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K15 DLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
7 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K15 DLC was last recorded at 83,696 miles on 24 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,694 miles · 18 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,696 miles
  • 2024 – 83,209 miles
  • 2023 – 83,179 miles
  • 2021 – 83,064 miles
  • 2019 – 83,038 miles
  • 2018 – 83,009 miles
  • 2017 – 82,857 miles
  • 2015 – 82,020 miles
  • 2014 – 80,052 miles
  • 2013 – 77,607 miles
  • 2012 – 76,512 miles
  • 2011 – 75,252 miles
  • 2010 – 72,905 miles
  • 2009 – 70,002 miles
  • 2008 – 68,340 miles
  • 2007 – 64,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,696 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear diff slight leakRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front number plate cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,696 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    83,696 miles
    Test number
    539062860111
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight leak

  2. Fail83,694 miles (+485)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,694 miles
    Test number
    287577798873
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight leak

  3. Pass83,209 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    83,209 miles
    Test number
    115645049517
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail83,209 miles (+30)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,209 miles
    Test number
    801755365318
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass83,179 miles (+115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    83,179 miles
    Test number
    584392315035
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in all brake discs vechicle been standing
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside of vechicle been standing

  6. Pass83,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,064 miles
    Test number
    508867384379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail83,064 miles (+26)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,064 miles
    Test number
    608061129649
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,038 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,038 miles
    Test number
    509744719732
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass83,009 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,009 miles
    Test number
    403843162168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,857 miles (+837)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    82,857 miles
    Test number
    256364295037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering box has a slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff has a slight oil leak

  11. Pass82,020 miles (+1,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    82,020 miles
    Test number
    976855714158
    • 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)

  12. Pass80,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,052 miles
    Test number
    439103024310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,052 miles (+2,445)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,052 miles
    Test number
    677973124392
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass77,607 miles (+1,095)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,607 miles
    Test number
    638304553214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,512 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,512 miles
    Test number
    447097502260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,252 miles (+2,347)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,252 miles
    Test number
    486975881163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,905 miles
    Test number
    262793170182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail72,905 miles (+2,903)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,905 miles
    Test number
    970193070112
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  19. Pass70,002 miles (+1,662)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    70,002 miles
    Test number
    743120069101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,340 miles (+3,488)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,340 miles
    Test number
    782874988124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    64,852 miles
    Test number
    830942167198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K15 DLC

Does K15 DLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K15 DLC is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K15 DLC?
The MOT on K15 DLC is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K15 DLC done?
K15 DLC was recorded at 83,696 miles at its MOT on 24 Dec 2025, an average of 1,017 miles a year.
Has K15 DLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K15 DLC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on K15 DLC 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 K15 DLC find?
K15 DLC passed its latest MOT on 24 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear diff slight leak.

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