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Mercedes-Benz 300

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 3,000 cc

K47 XUEMOT history

K47 XUE is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 189,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2024
Mileage
189,199 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K47 XUE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K47 XUE was last recorded at 189,199 miles on 27 Sept 2023, 2,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,699 miles · 27 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,500 miles
Average per year
4,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 189,199 miles
  • 2022 – 186,699 miles
  • 2021 – 175,275 miles
  • 2020 – 158,391 miles
  • 2019 – 155,265 miles
  • 2018 – 151,131 miles
  • 2017 – 146,534 miles
  • 2016 – 139,262 miles
  • 2015 – 138,106 miles
  • 2014 – 137,328 miles
  • 2013 – 134,882 miles
  • 2012 – 133,826 miles
  • 2011 – 133,504 miles
  • 2009 – 131,502 miles
  • 2008 – 127,343 miles
  • 2007 – 120,098 miles
  • 2006 – 110,692 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,199 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust Flanges Corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • N/S/F Swivel Seal Leaking Slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    189,199 miles
    Test number
    960466771765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail189,199 miles (+2,500)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,199 miles
    Test number
    259731208362
    • MajorRear Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

  3. Pass186,699 miles (+62)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    186,699 miles
    Test number
    652715939690
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on multiple vehicle components.
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside Front Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front under bonnet pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radiator pipe corroding. (Under Bonnet)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail186,637 miles (+11,362)1 dangerous2 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,637 miles
    Test number
    565908441525
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes under bonnet corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside and offside outer lower sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside inner door shut sill
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside front coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes under bonnet corroded
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes to brake valve corroded
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected at steering wheel
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes perished
    • AdvisoryUnable to see condition of inner front brake pads

  5. Pass175,275 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    175,275 miles
    Test number
    156368858642
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leakages from various front suspension components
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear wheel hub

  6. Fail175,275 miles (+16,884)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,275 miles
    Test number
    176056443374
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leakages from various front suspension components
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear wheel hub

  7. Pass158,391 miles (+3,126)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    158,391 miles
    Test number
    364499482018
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Flanges Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight Leak From Front Swivel Joints
    • AdvisorySlight Leak From N/S/R Hub Seal
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  8. Pass155,265 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    155,265 miles
    Test number
    268744949702
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Flanges Corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Swivel Seal Leaking Slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight Leak Rear Hub Seal

  9. Fail155,265 miles (+4,134)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,265 miles
    Test number
    439847049161
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Flanges Corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Swivel Seal Leaking Slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight Leak Rear Hub Seal

  10. Pass151,131 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    151,131 miles
    Test number
    980632453615
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal has started to perish
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sills are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryExhaust flange connections are corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed underneath

  11. Fail151,131 miles (+4,597)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,131 miles
    Test number
    438381755884
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high n/s and o/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal has started to perish
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sills are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryExhaust flange connections are corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed underneath

  12. Pass146,534 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    146,534 miles
    Test number
    581650788439
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail146,534 miles (+7,272)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,534 miles
    Test number
    784379789868
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass139,262 miles (+1,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    139,262 miles
    Test number
    469307313981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre center

  15. Pass138,106 miles (+778)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    138,106 miles
    Test number
    298307695069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass137,328 miles (+2,446)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    137,328 miles
    Test number
    289261244071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass134,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    134,882 miles
    Test number
    177113523073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail134,882 miles (+1,056)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,882 miles
    Test number
    828663623091
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass133,826 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    133,826 miles
    Test number
    279257142056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass133,504 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    133,504 miles
    Test number
    269626521081
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail133,504 miles (+2,002)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,504 miles
    Test number
    236381821024
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass131,502 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    131,502 miles
    Test number
    492518049363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail131,496 miles (+4,153)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,496 miles
    Test number
    724906539399
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass127,343 miles (+835)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    127,343 miles
    Test number
    450261368252
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth front hub seals slight seapage
    • NoteBoth rear back plates damp

  25. Fail126,508 miles (+6,410)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,508 miles
    Test number
    210844838206
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth fornt hub inner seals seapaging grease
    • NoteBoth rear back plates damp (with oil)

  26. Pass120,098 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    120,098 miles
    Test number
    213353317259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail120,094 miles (+9,402)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,094 miles
    Test number
    984527407224
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass110,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    110,692 miles
    Test number
    501962996157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail110,692 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,692 miles
    Test number
    353754576177
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront inner hub seals seaping grease

Questions about K47 XUE

Does K47 XUE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K47 XUE expired on 26 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K47 XUE?
The MOT on K47 XUE expired on 26 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K47 XUE done?
K47 XUE was recorded at 189,199 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2023, an average of 4,548 miles a year.
Has K47 XUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K47 XUE has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on K47 XUE 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 K47 XUE find?
K47 XUE passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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