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Mercedes-Benz 320

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 3,199 cc

L99 MARMOT history

L99 MAR is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz 320 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 159,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
159,224 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 MAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
320
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 MAR was last recorded at 159,224 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 3,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Sept 2009: 126,237 miles, lower than 137,111 miles on 25 Sept 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
155,987 miles · 14 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,237 miles
Average per year
1,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,224 miles
  • 2024 – 155,987 miles
  • 2023 – 153,097 miles
  • 2022 – 151,351 miles
  • 2021 – 151,232 miles
  • 2020 – 151,216 miles
  • 2019 – 151,180 miles
  • 2018 – 151,016 miles
  • 2017 – 149,912 miles
  • 2016 – 148,670 miles
  • 2015 – 146,854 miles
  • 2014 – 144,943 miles
  • 2013 – 141,672 miles
  • 2012 – 138,022 miles
  • 2011 – 134,326 miles
  • 2010 – 130,583 miles
  • 2009 – 126,237 miles
  • 2008 – 137,111 miles
  • 2007 – 137,111 miles
  • 2006 – 133,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,224 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,224 miles (+3,237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    159,224 miles
    Test number
    211222436531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass155,987 miles (+2,890)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    155,987 miles
    Test number
    770370210252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass153,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    153,097 miles
    Test number
    616236787240
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail153,097 miles (+1,746)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,097 miles
    Test number
    146809174585
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass151,351 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    151,351 miles
    Test number
    534859073190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass151,232 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    151,232 miles
    Test number
    966573258120
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan corroded outside of precribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides where they join the flex hoses and the T piece (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail151,232 miles (+16)3 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,232 miles
    Test number
    496702030128
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracks alround sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracks alround the sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracks airound the sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play track control arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan corroded outside of precribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides where they join the flex hoses and the T piece (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass151,216 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    151,216 miles
    Test number
    776571608298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan is corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shockabsorber mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail151,216 miles (+36)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,216 miles
    Test number
    909355013317
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength forward mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength forward mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan is corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shockabsorber mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass151,180 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    151,180 miles
    Test number
    109793223109
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened subframe corroding at either outer end (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres sidewalls perishing and the n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail151,180 miles (+164)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,180 miles
    Test number
    130273681500
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened subframe corroding at either outer end (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres sidewalls perishing and the n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass151,016 miles (+1,104)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    151,016 miles
    Test number
    130444244570
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass149,912 miles (+1,242)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    149,912 miles
    Test number
    514620759861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass148,670 miles (+1,816)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    148,670 miles
    Test number
    937026313390
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber upper chassis mounting area (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass146,854 miles (+1,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    146,854 miles
    Test number
    960068731547
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass144,943 miles (+3,271)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    144,943 miles
    Test number
    346246494217
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSteering system - free play detected at steering wheel not considered to be excessive

  17. Pass141,672 miles (+93)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    141,672 miles
    Test number
    965887393266
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteRear exhaust box in poor condition

  18. Fail141,579 miles (+3,557)1 failure11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,579 miles
    Test number
    716470393202
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteRear exhaust box in poor condition

  19. Pass138,022 miles (+3,696)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    138,022 miles
    Test number
    368337382205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  20. Pass134,326 miles (+3,743)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    134,326 miles
    Test number
    759807181231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass130,583 miles (+86)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    130,583 miles
    Test number
    970369180265
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  22. Fail130,497 miles (+4,260)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,497 miles
    Test number
    502532080256
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass126,237 miles (-10,874)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    126,237 miles
    Test number
    301763279446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass137,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    137,111 miles
    Test number
    432729468285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass137,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    137,111 miles
    Test number
    374304257243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail137,111 miles (+4,102)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,111 miles
    Test number
    460474157231
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass133,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    133,009 miles
    Test number
    303325566212
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L99 MAR

Does L99 MAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 MAR is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L99 MAR?
The MOT on L99 MAR is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 MAR done?
L99 MAR was recorded at 159,224 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 1,368 miles a year.
Has L99 MAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 MAR has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L99 MAR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L99 MAR find?
L99 MAR passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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