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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LO08 FXGMOT history

LO08 FXG is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz R-Class first used on 15 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 137,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2024
Mileage
137,087 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 FXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
R-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 FXG was last recorded at 137,087 miles on 23 Feb 2023, 7,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,466 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
7,621 miles
Average per year
8,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,087 miles
  • 2022 – 129,466 miles
  • 2021 – 123,002 miles
  • 2019 – 110,598 miles
  • 2018 – 99,916 miles
  • 2017 – 94,921 miles
  • 2016 – 85,676 miles
  • 2015 – 75,018 miles
  • 2014 – 64,015 miles
  • 2013 – 63,974 miles
  • 2012 – 50,408 miles
  • 2011 – 38,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,087 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect limited damping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,087 miles (+7,621)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    137,087 miles
    Test number
    387241262117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,466 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,466 miles
    Test number
    617865772887
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail129,466 miles (+6,464)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,466 miles
    Test number
    300490848653
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,002 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    123,002 miles
    Test number
    569881176836
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ns/os (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect limited damping (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ns/os seek advice (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail123,001 miles (+12,403)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,001 miles
    Test number
    879474000333
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ns/os (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect limited damping (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ns/os seek advice (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass110,598 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,598 miles
    Test number
    460168735831
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just made min. requirements advise attention

  7. Fail110,595 miles (+10,679)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,595 miles
    Test number
    393881431130
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just made min. requirements advise attention

  8. Pass99,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    99,916 miles
    Test number
    927313745760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail99,916 miles (+4,995)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,916 miles
    Test number
    454875623596
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  10. Pass94,921 miles (+9,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    94,921 miles
    Test number
    495204766225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass85,676 miles (+10,658)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,676 miles
    Test number
    601475144981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,018 miles (+1,109)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    75,018 miles
    Test number
    186237585182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,909 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,909 miles
    Test number
    646443335134
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail73,909 miles (+9,894)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,909 miles
    Test number
    905753335194
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass64,015 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,015 miles
    Test number
    186267644101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail64,015 miles (+41)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,015 miles
    Test number
    429827544168
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass63,974 miles (+13,566)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    63,974 miles
    Test number
    617905273228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,408 miles
    Test number
    957438992141
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail50,408 miles (+12,005)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,408 miles
    Test number
    749178892137
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteButton missing drivers seat belt web

  20. Pass38,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,403 miles
    Test number
    816009601230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,403 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,403 miles
    Test number
    619268901260
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Questions about LO08 FXG

Does LO08 FXG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 FXG expired on 1 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 FXG?
The MOT on LO08 FXG expired on 1 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 FXG done?
LO08 FXG was recorded at 137,087 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2023, an average of 8,523 miles a year.
Has LO08 FXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 FXG has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LO08 FXG 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 LO08 FXG find?
LO08 FXG passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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