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Mercedes-Benz 320

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 3,199 cc

L7 GJSMOT history

L7 GJS is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 320 first used on 13 Sept 1993. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 134,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2023
Mileage
134,536 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 GJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
320
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
13 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 GJS was last recorded at 134,536 miles on 12 Jul 2022, 6,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,927 miles · 13 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
6,609 miles
Average per year
2,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 134,536 miles
  • 2021 – 127,927 miles
  • 2020 – 127,536 miles
  • 2019 – 126,279 miles
  • 2018 – 125,732 miles
  • 2017 – 124,697 miles
  • 2016 – 122,163 miles
  • 2015 – 120,841 miles
  • 2014 – 118,177 miles
  • 2013 – 117,011 miles
  • 2012 – 114,895 miles
  • 2011 – 113,739 miles
  • 2010 – 111,299 miles
  • 2009 – 110,029 miles
  • 2008 – 105,939 miles
  • 2007 – 101,127 miles
  • 2006 – 95,427 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,536 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx on 2.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine & gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S & N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S & N/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUnderside heavy undersealed

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,536 miles (+6,609)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    134,536 miles
    Test number
    830262787207
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx on 2.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine & gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S & N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S & N/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavy undersealed

  2. Pass127,927 miles (+45)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    127,927 miles
    Test number
    362692748474
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail127,882 miles (+346)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,882 miles
    Test number
    479970256726
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shocker mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,536 miles (+1,257)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    127,536 miles
    Test number
    410586826590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,279 miles (+547)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    126,279 miles
    Test number
    894133136002
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass125,732 miles (+1,035)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,732 miles
    Test number
    238546633031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,697 miles (+2,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    124,697 miles
    Test number
    262992860677
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Pass122,163 miles (+1,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,163 miles
    Test number
    460136601047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass120,841 miles (+2,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    120,841 miles
    Test number
    758371445107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass118,177 miles (+1,166)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    118,177 miles
    Test number
    828700654181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside & nearside rear floor corrodid ( non prescribed area ) .

  11. Pass117,011 miles (+2,116)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    117,011 miles
    Test number
    459236553172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,895 miles (+1,156)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    114,895 miles
    Test number
    235022072122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass113,739 miles (+2,440)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    113,739 miles
    Test number
    375567761128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass111,299 miles (+1,270)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    111,299 miles
    Test number
    282913280418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,029 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    110,029 miles
    Test number
    662426639222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail110,020 miles (+4,081)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,020 miles
    Test number
    840886529208
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass105,939 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    105,939 miles
    Test number
    481789218220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,859 miles (+4,732)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,859 miles
    Test number
    434972718269
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread wearing very low on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear park brake performance much lower than nearside

  19. Pass101,127 miles (+5,700)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    101,127 miles
    Test number
    922700507235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass95,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    95,427 miles
    Test number
    292944396132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 GJS

Does L7 GJS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 GJS expired on 12 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 GJS?
The MOT on L7 GJS expired on 12 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 GJS done?
L7 GJS was recorded at 134,536 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2022, an average of 2,445 miles a year.
Has L7 GJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 GJS has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2021.
Has the mileage on L7 GJS 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 L7 GJS find?
L7 GJS passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s; offside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 8 more.

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