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Mercedes-Benz 300

Silver · Diesel · 1993 · 2,997 cc

L105 EJOMOT history

L105 EJO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 1 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 237,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
237,363 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,736 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L105 EJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L105 EJO was last recorded at 237,363 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 2,531 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
234,832 miles · 18 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,531 miles
Average per year
3,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 237,363 miles
  • 2025 – 234,832 miles
  • 2024 – 232,113 miles
  • 2023 – 228,948 miles
  • 2022 – 226,256 miles
  • 2021 – 223,686 miles
  • 2020 – 222,187 miles
  • 2019 – 219,889 miles
  • 2018 – 216,299 miles
  • 2017 – 212,255 miles
  • 2016 – 208,181 miles
  • 2015 – 203,767 miles
  • 2014 – 199,907 miles
  • 2013 – 196,449 miles
  • 2012 – 192,790 miles
  • 2011 – 190,850 miles
  • 2010 – 188,038 miles
  • 2009 – 184,550 miles
  • 2008 – 177,885 miles
  • 2007 – 169,915 miles
  • 2006 – 161,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,363 miles
  • AdvisoryNoise from both front lower ball joints

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.

  • Front crossmember starting to corrode

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Steering gear track rod end rubbers starting to split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,363 miles (+2,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    237,363 miles
    Test number
    745782967948
    • AdvisoryNoise from both front lower ball joints

  2. Pass234,832 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    234,832 miles
    Test number
    782594773095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail234,816 miles (+2,703)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,816 miles
    Test number
    302655530090
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner - inner ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front inner (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock gaiters damaged
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached offside front (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass232,113 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    232,113 miles
    Test number
    674326473213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail232,068 miles (+3,120)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,068 miles
    Test number
    976893933393
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe split (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Diesel from front and rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass228,948 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    228,948 miles
    Test number
    388483672340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass226,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    226,256 miles
    Test number
    454979925574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail226,256 miles (+2,570)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,256 miles
    Test number
    698509294097
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front section and rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPropshaft donuts starting to perish
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front lower ball joint

  9. Pass223,686 miles (+1,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    223,686 miles
    Test number
    180742058823
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside rear wheel bearing
    • AdvisorySmall hole in front exhaust

  10. Pass222,187 miles (+2,298)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    222,187 miles
    Test number
    146721092415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass219,889 miles (+3,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    219,889 miles
    Test number
    695167488880
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass216,299 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    216,299 miles
    Test number
    582042994498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail216,243 miles (+3,988)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,243 miles
    Test number
    871831669269
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both front outers (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass212,255 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    212,255 miles
    Test number
    129781138842
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering gear track rod end rubbers starting to split

  15. Fail212,255 miles (+4,074)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,255 miles
    Test number
    705200152132
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front section (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high Reflector loose (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering gear track rod end rubbers starting to split

  16. Pass208,181 miles (+4,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    208,181 miles
    Test number
    198048657479
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryNearside front top mount starting to split

  17. Pass203,767 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    203,767 miles
    Test number
    450153754673
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe badly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes badly corroded

  18. Fail203,767 miles (+3,860)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,767 miles
    Test number
    836049576260
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe badly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes badly corroded

  19. Pass199,907 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    199,907 miles
    Test number
    696856704238
    • NoteOffside front to rear brake pipe starting to corrode

  20. Fail199,907 miles (+3,458)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,907 miles
    Test number
    389014104442
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front to rear brake pipe starting to corrode

  21. Pass196,449 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    196,449 miles
    Test number
    365880013482
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTail pipe end missing

  22. Fail196,449 miles (+3,659)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,449 miles
    Test number
    999617993143
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTail pipe end missing

  23. Pass192,790 miles (+1,940)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    192,790 miles
    Test number
    448102902248
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe corroded

  24. Pass190,850 miles (+2,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    190,850 miles
    Test number
    319644991167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass188,038 miles (+3,488)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    188,038 miles
    Test number
    120996490156
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear outer cv boot split
    • NoteWiper arm getting slow

  26. Pass184,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    184,550 miles
    Test number
    683828299164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail184,550 miles (+6,665)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,550 miles
    Test number
    334897699170
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  28. Pass177,885 miles (+7,970)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    177,885 miles
    Test number
    651872198148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass169,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    169,915 miles
    Test number
    894473497124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail169,915 miles (+8,270)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,915 miles
    Test number
    203196287468
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  31. Pass161,645 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    161,645 miles
    Test number
    141961696188
    • AdvisoryBonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Questions about L105 EJO

Does L105 EJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L105 EJO is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L105 EJO?
The MOT on L105 EJO is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L105 EJO done?
L105 EJO was recorded at 237,363 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 3,736 miles a year.
Has L105 EJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L105 EJO has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L105 EJO 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 L105 EJO find?
L105 EJO passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: noise from both front lower ball joints.

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