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Mercedes-Benz 310

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,299 cc

M431 BLOMOT history

M431 BLO is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 310 first used on 10 Oct 1994. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 63,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
63,715 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M431 BLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
310
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
10 Oct 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M431 BLO was last recorded at 63,715 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,701 miles · 11 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
1,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,715 miles
  • 2024 – 63,701 miles
  • 2023 – 61,475 miles
  • 2022 – 60,372 miles
  • 2021 – 57,640 miles
  • 2020 – 53,529 miles
  • 2019 – 47,571 miles
  • 2018 – 40,435 miles
  • 2017 – 34,880 miles
  • 2016 – 34,863 miles
  • 2015 – 34,590 miles
  • 2014 – 34,418 miles
  • 2013 – 34,363 miles
  • 2012 – 33,936 miles
  • 2010 – 31,720 miles
  • 2009 – 31,471 miles
  • 2008 – 31,387 miles
  • 2007 – 31,288 miles
  • 2006 – 31,144 miles
  • 2005 – 30,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,715 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure inside arch (4.11 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lower centre (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Tail-pipe clamp (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower/lagging (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Driver's (7.1.2 (b))

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.

  • Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,715 miles (+14)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    63,715 miles
    Test number
    259154728975
    • MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure inside arch (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lower centre (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Tail-pipe clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower/lagging (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Driver's (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass63,701 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    63,701 miles
    Test number
    808036878338
    • MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured inside arch (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underseal/grease covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower centre windscreen damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail63,701 miles (+2,226)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,701 miles
    Test number
    629182019556
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured inside arch (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underseal/grease covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower centre windscreen damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass61,475 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,475 miles
    Test number
    968484133435
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGrease front stubs: slight lift nearside front.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake imbalance/lag marginal

  5. Fail61,473 miles (+1,101)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,473 miles
    Test number
    104723557615
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease covered throughout (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGrease front stubs: slight lift nearside front.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass60,372 miles (+2,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,372 miles
    Test number
    752291105732
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lagging/lower (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end dust covers deteriorated

  7. Pass57,640 miles (+278)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    57,640 miles
    Test number
    365116265991
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside & offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail57,362 miles (+3,833)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,362 miles
    Test number
    909514228116
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass53,529 miles (+5,958)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    53,529 miles
    Test number
    701269474338
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail-pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake imbalance marginal

  10. Pass47,571 miles (+7,136)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,571 miles
    Test number
    836415696077
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake imbalance / lag marginal

  11. Pass40,435 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    40,435 miles
    Test number
    442008267100
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator affected by the operation of another lamp Offside rear upper lamp unit. (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear upper indicator inoperative.
    • AdvisoryNearside upper side repeater inoperative.
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt At nearside & offside front. (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Fail40,435 miles (+5,555)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,435 miles
    Test number
    964432031927
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Edge on body trim. (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Lens damaged. (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Edge on body trim. (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator affected by the operation of another lamp Offside rear upper lamp unit. (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear upper indicator inoperative.
    • AdvisoryNearside upper side repeater inoperative.
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt At nearside & offside front. (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass34,880 miles (+17)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,880 miles
    Test number
    943130541404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass34,863 miles (+273)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,863 miles
    Test number
    665806840481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass34,590 miles (+172)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    34,590 miles
    Test number
    216274085069
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass34,418 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    34,418 miles
    Test number
    777774284061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,363 miles (+427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,363 miles
    Test number
    459457483065
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

  18. Pass33,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,936 miles
    Test number
    809390192067
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Fail33,936 miles (+2,216)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,936 miles
    Test number
    756552482080
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Pass31,720 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,720 miles
    Test number
    294306700357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,471 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,471 miles
    Test number
    223774599244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,387 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,387 miles
    Test number
    684520538375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,288 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    31,288 miles
    Test number
    650851257377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,144 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,144 miles
    Test number
    483805846385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,972 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,972 miles
    Test number
    323231145354
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  26. Pass30,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    30,972 miles
    Test number
    931981245332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M431 BLO

Does M431 BLO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M431 BLO is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on M431 BLO?
The MOT on M431 BLO is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M431 BLO done?
M431 BLO was recorded at 63,715 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 1,584 miles a year.
Has M431 BLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M431 BLO has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on M431 BLO 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 M431 BLO find?
M431 BLO passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: offside front electrical wiring insecure inside arch; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lower centre; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease covered throughout, and 7 more.

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