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Mercedes-Benz 308 D

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,300 cc

L42 SGKMOT history

L42 SGK is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 308 D first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 181,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
181,499 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L42 SGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
308 D
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,300 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L42 SGK was last recorded at 181,499 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,467 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,499 miles
  • 2025 – 181,270 miles
  • 2024 – 180,720 miles
  • 2023 – 180,001 miles
  • 2022 – 179,693 miles
  • 2021 – 179,350 miles
  • 2019 – 178,835 miles
  • 2018 – 177,960 miles
  • 2017 – 177,651 miles
  • 2016 – 177,388 miles
  • 2015 – 177,170 miles
  • 2014 – 176,180 miles
  • 2012 – 175,043 miles
  • 2011 – 173,189 miles
  • 2010 – 173,153 miles
  • 2008 – 171,086 miles
  • 2007 – 170,110 miles
  • 2005 – 168,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,499 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 12 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/front king pinRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass181,499 miles (+32)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    181,499 miles
    Test number
    933682920598
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/front king pin
  2. Fail181,467 miles (+197)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,467 miles
    Test number
    931870401553
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/front king pin
  3. Pass181,270 miles (+25)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    181,270 miles
    Test number
    201634094597
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Fail181,245 miles (+525)3 dangerous2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,245 miles
    Test number
    786156775608
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass180,720 miles (+49)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    180,720 miles
    Test number
    823017191172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s engine mount worn
    • AdvisoryO/s engine mount worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front king pins
  6. Fail180,671 miles (+85)4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,671 miles
    Test number
    747122805943
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both king pins
  7. Fail180,586 miles (+585)7 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,586 miles
    Test number
    483333025087
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both king pins
  8. Pass180,001 miles (+308)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    180,001 miles
    Test number
    473508034578
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass179,693 miles (+63)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    179,693 miles
    Test number
    492339812603
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer hub seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail179,630 miles (+280)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,630 miles
    Test number
    288102026933
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer hub seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass179,350 miles (+515)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    179,350 miles
    Test number
    906245555342
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is 15 yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is 19 yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is rusty
  12. Pass178,835 miles (+57)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    178,835 miles
    Test number
    962754612756
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f king pin
  13. Fail178,778 miles (+818)1 dangerous5 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,778 miles
    Test number
    640854259522
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f king pin
  14. Pass177,960 miles (+49)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    177,960 miles
    Test number
    801265828804
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll broke hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOSF valance corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  15. Fail177,911 miles (+260)1 dangerous11 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,911 miles
    Test number
    172780950982
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mount inner arch (x 2) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner rear 1/4 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll broke hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOSF valance corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  16. Pass177,651 miles (+21)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    177,651 miles
    Test number
    470604276893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
  17. Fail177,630 miles (+242)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,630 miles
    Test number
    606605234938
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureHorn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
  18. Pass177,388 miles (+45)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    177,388 miles
    Test number
    647757579904
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cables in poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre perishing
  19. Fail177,343 miles (+69)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,343 miles
    Test number
    659956079156
    • FailureOffside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth hand brake cables in poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/s/rear tyre perishing
  20. Fail177,274 miles (+104)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,274 miles
    Test number
    576043893829
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth hand brake cables in poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/s/rear tyre perishing
  21. Pass177,170 miles (+73)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    177,170 miles
    Test number
    500737442594
    • NoteCorrosion to steps/inner sills outside of prescribed areas
    • NoteFront tyres deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated
    • NoteSlight corrosion to bulkhead
  22. Fail177,097 miles (+917)14 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,097 miles
    Test number
    197364475150
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteCorrosion to steps/inner sills outside of prescribed areas
    • NoteFront tyres deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated
    • NoteSlight corrosion to bulkhead
  23. Pass176,180 miles (+1,137)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    176,180 miles
    Test number
    666205684186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass175,043 miles (+1,854)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    175,043 miles
    Test number
    427962392282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass173,189 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    173,189 miles
    Test number
    368492441461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  26. Pass173,153 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    173,153 miles
    Test number
    333951960087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass171,086 miles (+976)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    171,086 miles
    Test number
    174659268134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass170,110 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    170,110 miles
    Test number
    243705257436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail170,088 miles (+1,741)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,088 miles
    Test number
    563822657114
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
  30. Pass168,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    168,347 miles
    Test number
    292739535355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L42 SGK

Does L42 SGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L42 SGK is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L42 SGK?
The MOT on L42 SGK is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L42 SGK done?
L42 SGK was recorded at 181,499 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 652 miles a year.
Has L42 SGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L42 SGK has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L42 SGK 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 L42 SGK find?
L42 SGK passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; slight play in n/s/front king pin.

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