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Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

L1 BFOMOT history

L1 BFO is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz R-Class first used on 23 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,858 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2023
Mileage
125,858 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 BFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
R-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2023
Latest MOT test
20 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 BFO was last recorded at 125,858 miles on 20 May 2022, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,834 miles · 11 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
7,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,858 miles
  • 2021 – 122,049 miles
  • 2019 – 119,486 miles
  • 2018 – 117,804 miles
  • 2017 – 107,397 miles
  • 2016 – 98,194 miles
  • 2015 – 89,805 miles
  • 2014 – 79,239 miles
  • 2013 – 69,805 miles
  • 2012 – 61,643 miles
  • 2011 – 53,073 miles
  • 2010 – 41,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,858 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.

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,858 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    125,858 miles
    Test number
    144663259228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,834 miles (+3,785)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,834 miles
    Test number
    561651994738
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass122,049 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,049 miles
    Test number
    624420094658
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Fail122,049 miles (+2,563)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,049 miles
    Test number
    500712125852
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass119,486 miles (+1,682)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    119,486 miles
    Test number
    382978804540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass117,804 miles (+10,407)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    117,804 miles
    Test number
    374137289453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,397 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    107,397 miles
    Test number
    280647225338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail107,396 miles (+9,202)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,396 miles
    Test number
    970906965362
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  9. Pass98,194 miles (+8,389)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    98,194 miles
    Test number
    623102859774
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/f pads low
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on both edges and almost through to cord
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
  10. Pass89,805 miles (+10,566)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    89,805 miles
    Test number
    758325145206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,239 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    79,239 miles
    Test number
    359961754393
    • NoteN/s/r shocker has no damping effort
  12. Fail79,239 miles (+9,434)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,239 miles
    Test number
    658721954388
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r shocker has no damping effort
  13. Pass69,805 miles (+8,162)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,805 miles
    Test number
    876625743343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,643 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    61,643 miles
    Test number
    266833952323
    • NoteRear pads getting low
  15. Fail61,643 miles (+8,570)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,643 miles
    Test number
    937223552392
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
  16. Pass53,073 miles (+12,044)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    53,073 miles
    Test number
    136544751383
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NotePlastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle
  17. Pass41,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    41,029 miles
    Test number
    830414050160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 BFO

Does L1 BFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L1 BFO expired on 19 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L1 BFO?
The MOT on L1 BFO expired on 19 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L1 BFO done?
L1 BFO was recorded at 125,858 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2022, an average of 7,092 miles a year.
Has L1 BFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 BFO has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L1 BFO 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 L1 BFO find?
L1 BFO passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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