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Mercedes-Benz 320

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 3,199 cc

L96 APJMOT history

L96 APJ is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 320 first used on 11 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 181,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2023
Mileage
181,214 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2022
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L96 APJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
320
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
11 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L96 APJ was last recorded at 181,214 miles on 7 Dec 2022, 439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,775 miles · 8 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
439 miles
Average per year
772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 181,214 miles
  • 2021 – 180,775 miles
  • 2019 – 177,535 miles
  • 2018 – 176,675 miles
  • 2017 – 174,004 miles
  • 2015 – 172,434 miles
  • 2014 – 170,530 miles
  • 2013 – 169,099 miles
  • 2011 – 169,099 miles
  • 2008 – 169,099 miles
  • 2007 – 169,099 miles
  • 2006 – 168,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,214 miles
  • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,214 miles (+439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    181,214 miles
    Test number
    828108762163
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass180,775 miles (+3,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    180,775 miles
    Test number
    791885972332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass177,535 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    177,535 miles
    Test number
    625635656873
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail177,535 miles (+860)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,535 miles
    Test number
    362754916364
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass176,675 miles (+2,671)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    176,675 miles
    Test number
    564087508911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass174,004 miles (+1,570)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    174,004 miles
    Test number
    219590074353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass172,434 miles (+1,904)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    172,434 miles
    Test number
    527130553425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass170,530 miles (+1,431)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    170,530 miles
    Test number
    586360474272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass169,099 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    169,099 miles
    Test number
    447196393008
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  10. Pass169,099 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    169,099 miles
    Test number
    298917931212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass169,099 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    169,099 miles
    Test number
    192877908454
    • NoteAdvise resecuring of rear number plate, front damaged...
    • NoteFront under tray damaged..
    • NoteGeneral under body corrosion....
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread on limit.....
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe corroded, advise replacement.....
    • NoteWindscreen damage not excessive...

  12. Fail169,099 miles (+473)1 dangerous3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,099 miles
    Test number
    970491567369
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAdvise resecuring of rear number plate, front damaged...
    • NoteFront under tray damaged..
    • NoteGeneral under body corrosion....
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread on limit.....
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe corroded, advise replacement.....
    • NoteWindscreen damage not excessive...

  13. Pass168,626 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    168,626 miles
    Test number
    701502326262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail168,604 miles3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,604 miles
    Test number
    833661426232
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about L96 APJ

Does L96 APJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L96 APJ expired on 6 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L96 APJ?
The MOT on L96 APJ expired on 6 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L96 APJ done?
L96 APJ was recorded at 181,214 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2022, an average of 772 miles a year.
Has L96 APJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L96 APJ has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on L96 APJ 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 L96 APJ find?
L96 APJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2022 with 2 advisories: direction indicator slightly discoloured all; oil leak, but not excessive rear diff.

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