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Mercedes-Benz 300

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 2,960 cc

L24 FJBMOT history

L24 FJB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 140,605 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2024
Mileage
140,605 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L24 FJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2024
Latest MOT test
10 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 FJB was last recorded at 140,605 miles on 10 May 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,600 miles · 29 Apr 2020
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,605 miles
  • 2020 – 140,600 miles
  • 2017 – 139,320 miles
  • 2016 – 138,400 miles
  • 2015 – 137,739 miles
  • 2014 – 135,628 miles
  • 2013 – 133,716 miles
  • 2012 – 132,284 miles
  • 2011 – 128,179 miles
  • 2010 – 123,693 miles
  • 2009 – 116,213 miles
  • 2008 – 109,206 miles
  • 2007 – 102,233 miles
  • 2006 – 94,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,605 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2016

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,605 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,605 miles
    Test number
    609023345073
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail140,605 miles (+5)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,605 miles
    Test number
    990590597979
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass140,600 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    140,600 miles
    Test number
    904046890332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail140,600 miles (+1,280)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,600 miles
    Test number
    571048025219
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass139,320 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    139,320 miles
    Test number
    357683307172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Fail139,320 miles (+920)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,320 miles
    Test number
    140893928815
    • FailureDirection indicators not working All (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass138,400 miles (+661)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    138,400 miles
    Test number
    317056288581
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  8. Pass137,739 miles (+2,111)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    137,739 miles
    Test number
    227939668479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass135,628 miles (+1,912)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    135,628 miles
    Test number
    965528234044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,716 miles (+1,432)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    133,716 miles
    Test number
    215527333197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass132,284 miles (+4,105)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    132,284 miles
    Test number
    339668232196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  12. Pass128,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    128,179 miles
    Test number
    209152831126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,179 miles (+4,486)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,179 miles
    Test number
    677191831140
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass123,693 miles (+7,480)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    123,693 miles
    Test number
    234113970101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass116,213 miles (+7,007)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    116,213 miles
    Test number
    681025579184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRear brake hoses have rusty ferrules

  16. Fail109,206 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,206 miles
    Test number
    721727378134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass109,206 miles (+6,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    109,206 miles
    Test number
    761647778191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass102,233 miles (+7,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    574730177155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  19. Pass94,830 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    94,830 miles
    Test number
    101639356107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail94,830 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,830 miles
    Test number
    833269556199
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L24 FJB

Does L24 FJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L24 FJB expired on 9 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L24 FJB?
The MOT on L24 FJB expired on 9 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L24 FJB done?
L24 FJB was recorded at 140,605 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2023, an average of 2,705 miles a year.
Has L24 FJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 FJB has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L24 FJB 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 L24 FJB find?
L24 FJB passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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