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Mercedes-Benz 280

Red and Red · Petrol · 1983 · 2,746 cc

NHJ 497MOT history

NHJ 497 is a red and red petrol Mercedes-Benz 280 first used on 3 Oct 1983. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2023 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 123,072 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2023
Mileage
123,072 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2022
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NHJ 497
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
280
Colour
Red and Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,746 cc
Year of manufacture
1983
First used
3 Oct 1983
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2023
Latest MOT test
6 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

NHJ 497 was last recorded at 123,072 miles on 6 May 2022, 110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,962 miles · 9 May 2018
Between the last two tests
110 miles
Average per year
348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 123,072 miles
  • 2018 – 122,962 miles
  • 2016 – 122,651 miles
  • 2015 – 121,997 miles
  • 2013 – 121,002 miles
  • 2012 – 120,853 miles
  • 2009 – 120,647 miles
  • 2007 – 120,634 miles
  • 2006 – 119,099 miles
  • 2005 – 117,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,072 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

14 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    123,072 miles
    Test number
    143425001271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,072 miles (+110)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,072 miles
    Test number
    964920808057
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass122,962 miles (+311)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    122,962 miles
    Test number
    731503364046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,651 miles (+654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    122,651 miles
    Test number
    610246936193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brakes binding

  5. Pass121,997 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    121,997 miles
    Test number
    579083635150
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  6. Fail121,991 miles (+989)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,991 miles
    Test number
    866076525113
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass121,002 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    121,002 miles
    Test number
    297839733388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,853 miles (+206)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    120,853 miles
    Test number
    468201622478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,647 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    120,647 miles
    Test number
    150161759496
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  10. Fail120,647 miles (+13)3 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,647 miles
    Test number
    193121959095
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail120,634 miles (+1,535)2 dangerous8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,634 miles
    Test number
    123209927296
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light flashing.
    • NoteWipers dont self cancel.

  12. Pass119,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    119,099 miles
    Test number
    783706306273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail119,099 miles (+1,830)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,099 miles
    Test number
    141811806251
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass117,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    117,269 miles
    Test number
    360312745496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about NHJ 497

What vehicle is registration NHJ 497 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NHJ 497 on a red and red petrol Mercedes-Benz 280 first used on 3 Oct 1983. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does NHJ 497 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on NHJ 497 expired on 5 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on NHJ 497?
The MOT on NHJ 497 expired on 5 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has NHJ 497 done?
NHJ 497 was recorded at 123,072 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2022, an average of 348 miles a year.
Has NHJ 497 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NHJ 497 has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2022.
Has the mileage on NHJ 497 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 NHJ 497 find?
NHJ 497 passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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