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Mercedes-Benz 280

Green · Petrol · 1992 · 2,799 cc

K49 KSPMOT history

K49 KSP is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz 280 first used on 11 Nov 1992. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 158,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
158,703 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K49 KSP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
280
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
11 Nov 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K49 KSP was last recorded at 158,703 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,689 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
2,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,703 miles
  • 2024 – 157,660 miles
  • 2023 – 154,879 miles
  • 2022 – 154,118 miles
  • 2019 – 149,184 miles
  • 2018 – 145,928 miles
  • 2017 – 139,979 miles
  • 2016 – 135,843 miles
  • 2015 – 131,187 miles
  • 2014 – 128,776 miles
  • 2013 – 126,345 miles
  • 2012 – 124,600 miles
  • 2011 – 121,764 miles
  • 2010 – 117,048 miles
  • 2008 – 113,628 miles
  • 2007 – 111,689 miles
  • 2006 – 108,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,703 miles

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,703 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    158,703 miles
    Test number
    851250685682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail158,689 miles (+1,029)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,689 miles
    Test number
    589439008556
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded at abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired at top shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,660 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    157,660 miles
    Test number
    681268692536
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail157,657 miles (+2,778)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,657 miles
    Test number
    549067374056
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass154,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    154,879 miles
    Test number
    562811627981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail154,879 miles (+761)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,879 miles
    Test number
    904658716936
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass154,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    154,118 miles
    Test number
    119485048110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail154,118 miles (+4,934)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,118 miles
    Test number
    677551914306
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass149,184 miles (+3,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    149,184 miles
    Test number
    601622464272
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 rear (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass145,928 miles (+5,949)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    145,928 miles
    Test number
    738802488901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass139,979 miles (+4,136)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    139,979 miles
    Test number
    713240211809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass135,843 miles (+4,656)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    135,843 miles
    Test number
    330131746820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass131,187 miles (+2,411)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    131,187 miles
    Test number
    858540995098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass128,776 miles (+2,431)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    128,776 miles
    Test number
    499380094000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass126,345 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    126,345 miles
    Test number
    237546963094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass124,600 miles (+2,836)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    124,600 miles
    Test number
    408573392018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass121,764 miles (+4,716)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    121,764 miles
    Test number
    235799711433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass117,048 miles (+3,420)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    117,048 miles
    Test number
    943320630174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass113,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    113,628 miles
    Test number
    222706008160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail113,628 miles (+1,939)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,628 miles
    Test number
    680375108134
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass111,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    111,689 miles
    Test number
    330788407064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail111,689 miles (+3,198)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,689 miles
    Test number
    904038207034
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass108,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    108,491 miles
    Test number
    274962356075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K49 KSP

Does K49 KSP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K49 KSP is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K49 KSP?
The MOT on K49 KSP is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K49 KSP done?
K49 KSP was recorded at 158,703 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 2,547 miles a year.
Has K49 KSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K49 KSP has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K49 KSP 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 K49 KSP find?
K49 KSP passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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