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Mercedes-Benz 300

Silver · Diesel · 1993 · 2,960 cc

K56 FUGMOT history

K56 FUG is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 5 Apr 1993. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 156,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2024
Mileage
156,312 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K56 FUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
5 Apr 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K56 FUG was last recorded at 156,312 miles on 11 Aug 2023, 3,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,334 miles · 25 May 2021
Between the last two tests
3,978 miles
Average per year
4,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,312 miles
  • 2021 – 152,334 miles
  • 2020 – 146,306 miles
  • 2019 – 137,449 miles
  • 2017 – 128,666 miles
  • 2016 – 118,530 miles
  • 2015 – 111,981 miles
  • 2014 – 109,770 miles
  • 2013 – 108,212 miles
  • 2012 – 105,242 miles
  • 2011 – 104,253 miles
  • 2010 – 97,654 miles
  • 2009 – 91,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,312 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Slow to respond to brake pressure (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Sill Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,312 miles (+3,978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    156,312 miles
    Test number
    802923717906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Slow to respond to brake pressure (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass152,334 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    152,334 miles
    Test number
    315346875949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Sill Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail152,331 miles (+28)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,331 miles
    Test number
    487928552358
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Sill Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail152,303 miles (+5,997)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,303 miles
    Test number
    207659784736
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired SIEZED (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted TOW PIN BROKEN CAUSING SHARP EDGES (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SILL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,306 miles (+8,857)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    146,306 miles
    Test number
    515350582428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass137,449 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    137,449 miles
    Test number
    412769202025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail137,433 miles (+8,767)11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,433 miles
    Test number
    345624281537
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySpare soft / oil leak / o/s/f and n/s/f sills corroded

  8. Pass128,666 miles (+10,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    128,666 miles
    Test number
    699400999591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear x 1 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked along bottom but not encroaching swept area

  9. Pass118,530 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,530 miles
    Test number
    150713619584
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail118,530 miles (+6,549)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,530 miles
    Test number
    114853695213
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded on rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass111,981 miles (+18)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    111,981 miles
    Test number
    974661662555
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT SWIVEL HUB SEAL LEAKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' DAMEGAE IN SWEPT AREA BUT NOT IN DIRECT LINE OF VISION (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail111,963 miles (+2,193)11 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,963 miles
    Test number
    346333851765
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO AND FROM BRAKE LOAD VALVE (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT SWIVEL HUB SEAL LEAKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' DAMEGAE IN SWEPT AREA BUT NOT IN DIRECT LINE OF VISION (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass109,770 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    109,770 miles
    Test number
    278577994275
    • NoteAll 4 tyres slightly perished

  14. Fail109,770 miles (+1,558)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,770 miles
    Test number
    575186894212
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres slightly perished

  15. Pass108,212 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    108,212 miles
    Test number
    475788803431
    • NoteN/s/f swivel seal leaking

  16. Fail108,210 miles (+2,968)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,210 miles
    Test number
    865645393258
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/f swivel seal leaking

  17. Pass105,242 miles (+989)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    105,242 miles
    Test number
    606079682200
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded and pitted on inner side
    • NoteBoth front swivel seals slight leak
    • NoteFront exhaust pipe cracked

  18. Pass104,253 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    104,253 miles
    Test number
    507762501379
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s and n/s/f brake discs badly corroded on inner side
    • NoteO/s and n/s/f swivel joint seals leaking

  19. Fail104,253 miles (+6,599)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,253 miles
    Test number
    605041701372
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s and n/s/f brake discs badly corroded on inner side
    • NoteO/s and n/s/f swivel joint seals leaking

  20. Pass97,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    97,654 miles
    Test number
    593074540269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail97,654 miles (+6,342)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,654 miles
    Test number
    930424440291
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Fail91,312 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,312 miles
    Test number
    354591449219
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass91,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    91,312 miles
    Test number
    493501749295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K56 FUG

Does K56 FUG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K56 FUG expired on 10 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K56 FUG?
The MOT on K56 FUG expired on 10 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K56 FUG done?
K56 FUG was recorded at 156,312 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2023, an average of 4,660 miles a year.
Has K56 FUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K56 FUG has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2021.
Has the mileage on K56 FUG 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 K56 FUG find?
K56 FUG passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair slow to respond to brake pressure.

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