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Mercedes-Benz 300

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 2,960 cc

K30 OSFMOT history

K30 OSF is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 1 Sept 1992. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 159,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
159,613 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 OSF
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
1 Sept 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 OSF was last recorded at 159,613 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,672 miles · 27 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
941 miles
Average per year
1,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,613 miles
  • 2021 – 158,672 miles
  • 2019 – 158,406 miles
  • 2017 – 157,847 miles
  • 2016 – 155,815 miles
  • 2015 – 145,855 miles
  • 2014 – 144,188 miles
  • 2013 – 142,426 miles
  • 2012 – 140,206 miles
  • 2011 – 137,968 miles
  • 2010 – 136,545 miles
  • 2009 – 135,731 miles
  • 2008 – 134,513 miles
  • 2007 – 133,797 miles
  • 2006 – 129,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,613 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all X4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,613 miles (+941)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    159,613 miles
    Test number
    942340101989
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all X4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass158,672 miles (+266)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    158,672 miles
    Test number
    703194111982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear springs rusty
    • AdvisoryOil cooler pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes rusty

  3. Pass158,406 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    158,406 miles
    Test number
    452069123426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail158,406 miles (+559)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,406 miles
    Test number
    910408839398
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,847 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    157,847 miles
    Test number
    855010924187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded thin in places
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  6. Fail157,847 miles (+2,032)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,847 miles
    Test number
    713062686218
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded thin in places
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  7. Pass155,815 miles (+9,960)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    155,815 miles
    Test number
    854561524914
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Pass145,855 miles (+1,667)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    145,855 miles
    Test number
    687006345159
    • NoteBoth front to rear metal brake pipes rusty
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  9. Pass144,188 miles (+1,762)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    144,188 miles
    Test number
    219861894037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine idle slightly high
    • NoteExhaust heavily corroded
    • NoteOffside front trim damage

  10. Pass142,426 miles (+2,220)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    142,426 miles
    Test number
    548803793058
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded
    • NoteFuel light on

  11. Fail140,206 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,206 miles
    Test number
    116587682042
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  12. Pass140,206 miles (+2,238)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    140,206 miles
    Test number
    769317882038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  13. Pass137,968 miles (+1,423)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    137,968 miles
    Test number
    347269881057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass136,545 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    136,545 miles
    Test number
    602895030137
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail136,541 miles (+810)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,541 miles
    Test number
    131410930194
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass135,731 miles (+1,218)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    135,731 miles
    Test number
    531005199126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass134,513 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    134,513 miles
    Test number
    620606288044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail134,493 miles (+696)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,493 miles
    Test number
    141808878025
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass133,797 miles (+4,449)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    133,797 miles
    Test number
    664333777017
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front fog light inoperative

  20. Pass129,348 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    129,348 miles
    Test number
    352667666056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about K30 OSF

Does K30 OSF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K30 OSF is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K30 OSF?
The MOT on K30 OSF is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K30 OSF done?
K30 OSF was recorded at 159,613 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 1,469 miles a year.
Has K30 OSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 OSF has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on K30 OSF 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 K30 OSF find?
K30 OSF passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; coil spring corroded all x4; rear service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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