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Mercedes-Benz 280

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,799 cc

N5 MWKMOT history

N5 MWK is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz 280 first used on 1 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 48,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
48,191 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 MWK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
280
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 MWK was last recorded at 48,191 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 1,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,357 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,834 miles
Average per year
2,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,191 miles
  • 2025 – 46,357 miles
  • 2024 – 44,789 miles
  • 2023 – 43,279 miles
  • 2022 – 41,770 miles
  • 2021 – 40,721 miles
  • 2020 – 39,149 miles
  • 2019 – 36,989 miles
  • 2018 – 34,553 miles
  • 2017 – 32,937 miles
  • 2015 – 32,865 miles
  • 2014 – 29,869 miles
  • 2013 – 26,468 miles
  • 2012 – 22,320 miles
  • 2011 – 18,100 miles
  • 2010 – 12,491 miles
  • 2009 – 8,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,191 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,191 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    48,191 miles
    Test number
    675732728380
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail48,191 miles (+1,834)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,191 miles
    Test number
    556041345522
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass46,357 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    46,357 miles
    Test number
    573008679113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail46,357 miles (+1,568)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,357 miles
    Test number
    435788764312
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass44,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    44,789 miles
    Test number
    204469354942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail44,789 miles (+1,510)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,789 miles
    Test number
    274461435196
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass43,279 miles (+1,509)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    43,279 miles
    Test number
    326864949119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,770 miles (+1,049)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    41,770 miles
    Test number
    237476333167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,721 miles (+1,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    40,721 miles
    Test number
    924271988341
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass39,149 miles (+2,160)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    39,149 miles
    Test number
    929708353781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,989 miles (+2,436)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    36,989 miles
    Test number
    926644014839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,553 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    34,553 miles
    Test number
    694484056868
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  13. Fail34,553 miles (+1,616)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,553 miles
    Test number
    705238587403
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  14. Pass32,937 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    32,937 miles
    Test number
    872682972036
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  15. Pass32,865 miles (+221)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    32,865 miles
    Test number
    357593388526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,644 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    32,644 miles
    Test number
    419232242560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,869 miles
    Test number
    785810044278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,869 miles (+3,401)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,869 miles
    Test number
    837360244218
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass26,468 miles (+4,148)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    26,468 miles
    Test number
    789561043276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,320 miles (+4,220)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    22,320 miles
    Test number
    466368042210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,100 miles (+5,609)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    18,100 miles
    Test number
    179369241251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,491 miles (+4,197)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    12,491 miles
    Test number
    954051080170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    8,294 miles
    Test number
    264548069118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N5 MWK

Does N5 MWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 MWK is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on N5 MWK?
The MOT on N5 MWK is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 MWK done?
N5 MWK was recorded at 48,191 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 2,311 miles a year.
Has N5 MWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 MWK has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on N5 MWK 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 N5 MWK find?
N5 MWK passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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