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Mercedes-Benz 300

Blue · Petrol · 1987 · 2,962 cc

NTU 6MOT history

NTU 6 is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 1 Aug 1987. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 166,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
166,403 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
570 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NTU 6
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
1 Aug 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NTU 6 was last recorded at 166,403 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,762 miles · 2 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
641 miles
Average per year
570 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,403 miles
  • 2024 – 165,762 miles
  • 2023 – 165,302 miles
  • 2019 – 163,784 miles
  • 2018 – 162,472 miles
  • 2017 – 161,308 miles
  • 2016 – 160,433 miles
  • 2015 – 160,004 miles
  • 2014 – 158,714 miles
  • 2013 – 157,928 miles
  • 2012 – 156,969 miles
  • 2011 – 155,184 miles
  • 2006 – 155,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,403 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Wiper blades worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,403 miles (+641)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    166,403 miles
    Test number
    374290601884
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass165,762 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    165,762 miles
    Test number
    234439618437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass165,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    165,302 miles
    Test number
    235717271081
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail165,302 miles (+1,518)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,302 miles
    Test number
    118422525486
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass163,784 miles (+1,312)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    163,784 miles
    Test number
    816424765274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel some play in steering box (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass162,472 miles (+1,164)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    162,472 miles
    Test number
    655070571732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses starting to perish

  7. Pass161,308 miles (+57)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    161,308 miles
    Test number
    532946684975
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component power steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySome wear inside steering box and slight play in steering idler arm bushes

  8. Fail161,251 miles (+818)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,251 miles
    Test number
    120235605264
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating disc worn (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 2 mounting bushes between arm and sub frame worn (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel play inside steering box (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySome play in steering idler arm bushes
    • AdvisoryWiper blades worn

  9. Pass160,433 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    160,433 miles
    Test number
    311953360627
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades worn

  10. Fail160,433 miles (+429)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,433 miles
    Test number
    626393230691
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades worn

  11. Pass160,004 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    160,004 miles
    Test number
    568025005188
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOsr brake pads starting to wear
    • NoteSome play in steering box

  12. Fail160,004 miles (+1,290)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,004 miles
    Test number
    108243505114
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOsr brake pads starting to wear
    • NoteSome play in steering box

  13. Pass158,714 miles (+786)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    158,714 miles
    Test number
    747513184033
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSome freeplay in steering box

  14. Pass157,928 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    157,928 miles
    Test number
    648080683092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering box

  15. Fail157,928 miles (+959)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,928 miles
    Test number
    747260883016
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering box

  16. Pass156,969 miles (+1,785)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    156,969 miles
    Test number
    388612082019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass155,184 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    155,184 miles
    Test number
    609458581015
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail155,184 miles (+43)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,184 miles
    Test number
    708598381061
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass155,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    155,141 miles
    Test number
    681256106283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail155,141 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,141 miles
    Test number
    994882106245
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteO/s/f wing moulding loose
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly

Questions about NTU 6

What vehicle is registration NTU 6 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NTU 6 on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 1 Aug 1987. 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 NTU 6 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NTU 6 is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on NTU 6?
The MOT on NTU 6 is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NTU 6 done?
NTU 6 was recorded at 166,403 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 570 miles a year.
Has NTU 6 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NTU 6 has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on NTU 6 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 NTU 6 find?
NTU 6 passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 9 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 6 more.

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