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Mercedes-Benz 260

White · Petrol · 1992 · 2,599 cc

K59 EHXMOT history

K59 EHX is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz 260 first used on 11 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 131,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
131,519 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K59 EHX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
260
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,599 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
11 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K59 EHX was last recorded at 131,519 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 2,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2015: 89,859 miles, lower than 94,743 miles on 8 Mar 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
129,495 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,024 miles
Average per year
3,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,519 miles
  • 2025 – 129,495 miles
  • 2024 – 126,702 miles
  • 2023 – 123,358 miles
  • 2022 – 120,432 miles
  • 2021 – 117,507 miles
  • 2019 – 112,765 miles
  • 2018 – 110,476 miles
  • 2017 – 108,473 miles
  • 2016 – 103,703 miles
  • 2015 – 89,859 miles
  • 2014 – 94,743 miles
  • 2013 – 91,709 miles
  • 2012 – 87,484 miles
  • 2011 – 83,112 miles
  • 2010 – 78,616 miles
  • 2009 – 75,045 miles
  • 2008 – 72,559 miles
  • 2007 – 70,749 miles
  • 2006 – 67,463 miles
  • 2005 – 64,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,519 miles
  • AdvisoryO/s/f inner wing corroded/holed

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • O/s/f inner wing corroded/holed.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,519 miles (+2,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    131,519 miles
    Test number
    531404168075
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner wing corroded/holed

  2. Pass129,495 miles (+2,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    129,495 miles
    Test number
    980353041870
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner wing corroded/holed.

  3. Pass126,702 miles (+3,344)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    126,702 miles
    Test number
    222249959176
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner wing corroded/holed.

  4. Pass123,358 miles (+2,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    123,358 miles
    Test number
    921468463612
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass120,432 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,432 miles
    Test number
    459334164614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail120,396 miles (+2,889)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,396 miles
    Test number
    149066200550
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass117,507 miles (+4,742)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,507 miles
    Test number
    437782718867
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f chassis corroded

  8. Pass112,765 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,765 miles
    Test number
    576489915354
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s/f chassis

  9. Fail112,765 miles (+2,289)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,765 miles
    Test number
    846374378127
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s/f chassis

  10. Pass110,476 miles (+2,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    110,476 miles
    Test number
    882596815969
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass108,473 miles (+4,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    108,473 miles
    Test number
    792173254695
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass103,703 miles (+13,844)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    103,703 miles
    Test number
    429149601765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,859 miles (-4,884)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,859 miles
    Test number
    666766065044
    • NoteLift to both front lower ball joints

  14. Pass94,743 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,743 miles
    Test number
    525787864062
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Fail94,743 miles (+3,034)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,743 miles
    Test number
    806127564012
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass91,709 miles (+4,225)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    91,709 miles
    Test number
    228888463050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass87,484 miles (+4,372)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,484 miles
    Test number
    977467872058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,112 miles (+4,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    83,112 miles
    Test number
    628001771095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass78,616 miles (+3,571)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    78,616 miles
    Test number
    474625860055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,045 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    75,045 miles
    Test number
    830316489051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,024 miles (+2,465)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,024 miles
    Test number
    581283389076
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  22. Pass72,559 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    72,559 miles
    Test number
    242417778020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail72,559 miles (+1,810)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,559 miles
    Test number
    144305578003
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass70,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,749 miles
    Test number
    564626687062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail70,749 miles (+3,286)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,749 miles
    Test number
    983435387088
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass67,463 miles (+3,283)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,463 miles
    Test number
    923335096071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass64,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    64,180 miles
    Test number
    670233205260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K59 EHX

Does K59 EHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K59 EHX is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K59 EHX?
The MOT on K59 EHX is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K59 EHX done?
K59 EHX was recorded at 131,519 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,289 miles a year.
Has K59 EHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K59 EHX has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on K59 EHX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K59 EHX find?
K59 EHX passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: o/s/f inner wing corroded/holed.

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