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Mercedes-Benz 300

Silver · Diesel · 1993 · 2,960 cc

L29 XFPMOT history

L29 XFP is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 239,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
239,848 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 XFP
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
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 XFP was last recorded at 239,848 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 3,187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,661 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,187 miles
Average per year
5,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 239,848 miles
  • 2025 – 236,661 miles
  • 2024 – 233,262 miles
  • 2023 – 229,195 miles
  • 2022 – 226,877 miles
  • 2021 – 224,248 miles
  • 2020 – 220,280 miles
  • 2019 – 216,369 miles
  • 2018 – 212,884 miles
  • 2017 – 203,467 miles
  • 2016 – 196,707 miles
  • 2015 – 191,177 miles
  • 2014 – 186,940 miles
  • 2013 – 183,413 miles
  • 2011 – 178,140 miles
  • 2010 – 173,683 miles
  • 2009 – 167,180 miles
  • 2008 – 158,798 miles
  • 2007 – 146,548 miles
  • 2006 – 136,956 miles
  • 2005 – 132,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass239,848 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass239,848 miles (+3,187)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    239,848 miles
    Test number
    531004286832
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass236,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    236,661 miles
    Test number
    926061001193
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Fail236,661 miles (+3,399)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,661 miles
    Test number
    810789718966
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass233,262 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    233,262 miles
    Test number
    941101972046
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail233,262 miles (+17)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,262 miles
    Test number
    833827635670
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail233,245 miles (+4,050)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,245 miles
    Test number
    555144833330
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass229,195 miles (+2,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    229,195 miles
    Test number
    957853024977
    • AdvisoryVehicle under side under sealed in places

  8. Pass226,877 miles (+2,629)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    226,877 miles
    Test number
    556595533431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side been under sealed

  9. Pass224,248 miles (+3,968)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    224,248 miles
    Test number
    429919454821
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front - rear x2
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension bed mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner steering joints have slight play

  10. Pass220,280 miles (+3,911)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    220,280 miles
    Test number
    903296465846
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front - rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension bed mounting area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front steering joints has slight play

  11. Pass216,369 miles (+3,485)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    216,369 miles
    Test number
    296410924746
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension bed mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside front steering joints has slight play

  12. Pass212,884 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    212,884 miles
    Test number
    599394223424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail212,881 miles (+9,414)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,881 miles
    Test number
    868990830108
    • FailureCentral Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass203,467 miles (+6,760)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    203,467 miles
    Test number
    114702836408
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass196,707 miles (+5,530)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    196,707 miles
    Test number
    511184172260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass191,177 miles (+4,237)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    191,177 miles
    Test number
    319066485062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOsf wheel arch corroded not in prescribed area

  17. Pass186,940 miles (+3,527)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    186,940 miles
    Test number
    345382594030
    • NoteCorrosion and small hole under osf inner wing but not considerd structual
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass183,413 miles (+5,273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    183,413 miles
    Test number
    516503093031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass178,140 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    178,140 miles
    Test number
    275765301392
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCar is sitting higher at front than rear. If adjusted please just run car back will reset head lights.
    • NoteRear set of seats folded away belts etc not tested

  20. Fail178,140 miles (+4,457)3 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,140 miles
    Test number
    638915901305
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCar is sitting higher at front than rear. If adjusted please just run car back will reset head lights.
    • NoteRear set of seats folded away belts etc not tested

  21. Pass173,683 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    173,683 miles
    Test number
    701035090292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail173,683 miles (+6,503)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,683 miles
    Test number
    711185490295
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass167,180 miles (+8,382)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    167,180 miles
    Test number
    832349899250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass158,798 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    158,798 miles
    Test number
    150710518385
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail158,798 miles (+12,250)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,798 miles
    Test number
    973810018382
    • FailureCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass146,548 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    146,548 miles
    Test number
    733238417385
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail146,548 miles (+9,592)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,548 miles
    Test number
    934708717345
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass136,956 miles (+4,557)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    136,956 miles
    Test number
    271785026381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass132,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    132,399 miles
    Test number
    863929205334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L29 XFP

Does L29 XFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 XFP is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 XFP?
The MOT on L29 XFP is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 XFP done?
L29 XFP was recorded at 239,848 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 5,169 miles a year.
Has L29 XFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 XFP has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L29 XFP 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 L29 XFP find?
L29 XFP passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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