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Mercedes-Benz 320

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 3,199 cc

L35 UCVMOT history

L35 UCV is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 320 first used on 27 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 143,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
143,785 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L35 UCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
320
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
27 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L35 UCV was last recorded at 143,785 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 342 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,443 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
342 miles
Average per year
1,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,785 miles
  • 2025 – 143,443 miles
  • 2023 – 143,279 miles
  • 2022 – 142,646 miles
  • 2021 – 141,956 miles
  • 2020 – 141,933 miles
  • 2019 – 141,047 miles
  • 2017 – 139,107 miles
  • 2016 – 138,052 miles
  • 2015 – 136,930 miles
  • 2014 – 134,476 miles
  • 2012 – 131,297 miles
  • 2011 – 128,812 miles
  • 2010 – 127,253 miles
  • 2009 – 126,141 miles
  • 2008 – 121,220 miles
  • 2006 – 117,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,785 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,785 miles (+342)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    143,785 miles
    Test number
    791091229257
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass143,443 miles (+164)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    143,443 miles
    Test number
    860615187828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass143,279 miles (+633)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    143,279 miles
    Test number
    282513656493
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass142,646 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,646 miles
    Test number
    730996447898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail142,646 miles (+690)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,646 miles
    Test number
    523406446671
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass141,956 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,956 miles
    Test number
    108020031937
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavy outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavy outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail141,945 miles (+12)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,945 miles
    Test number
    705926121311
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavy outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavy outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail141,933 miles (+5)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,933 miles
    Test number
    462093244785
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits Content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Border line edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Border line edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail141,928 miles (+881)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,928 miles
    Test number
    834939674085
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very worn outer edge, borderline (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very worn outer edge, borderline (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass141,047 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,047 miles
    Test number
    604274209264
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on the outer edges
    • AdvisoryNs/os rear floors corroding
    • AdvisoryNs/os rear inner wheel arches corroding

  11. Fail141,027 miles (+1,920)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,027 miles
    Test number
    347577734847
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on the outer edges
    • AdvisoryNs/os rear floors corroding
    • AdvisoryNs/os rear inner wheel arches corroding

  12. Pass139,107 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    139,107 miles
    Test number
    236669151432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail139,106 miles (+1,054)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,106 miles
    Test number
    848080008484
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass138,052 miles (+1,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    138,052 miles
    Test number
    945514652717
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass136,930 miles (+2,454)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    136,930 miles
    Test number
    688760260887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass134,476 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    134,476 miles
    Test number
    777388044132
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail134,471 miles (+3,174)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,471 miles
    Test number
    277112844129
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass131,297 miles (+2,485)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    131,297 miles
    Test number
    138821122329
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass128,812 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    128,812 miles
    Test number
    328661891259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail128,804 miles (+1,551)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,804 miles
    Test number
    305426381471
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass127,253 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    127,253 miles
    Test number
    102894590286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail127,253 miles (+1,112)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,253 miles
    Test number
    513852790204
    • FailureOffside Outer Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass126,141 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    126,141 miles
    Test number
    333219189258
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail126,141 miles (+4,921)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,141 miles
    Test number
    974809689228
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass121,220 miles (+3,684)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    121,220 miles
    Test number
    580246768077
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass117,536 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    117,536 miles
    Test number
    392800126322
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail117,533 miles2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,533 miles
    Test number
    534408516354
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L35 UCV

Does L35 UCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L35 UCV is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L35 UCV?
The MOT on L35 UCV is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L35 UCV done?
L35 UCV was recorded at 143,785 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 1,362 miles a year.
Has L35 UCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L35 UCV has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L35 UCV 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 L35 UCV find?
L35 UCV passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch, and 4 more.

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