
Mercedes-Benz 208 D
White · Diesel · 1996 · 2,300 cc
P425 LNBMOT history
P425 LNB is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 208 D first used on 21 Oct 1996. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 244,146 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 20 May 2027
- Mileage
- 244,146 mi
- At MOT on 21 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 36
- 21 passed · 15 failed
- Per year
- 6,078 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- P425 LNB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- 208 D
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,300 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1996
- First used
- 21 Oct 1996
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 20 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 21 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
P425 LNB was last recorded at 244,146 miles on 21 May 2026, 1,359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 242,787 miles · 17 Feb 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,359 miles
- Average per year
- 6,078 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 244,146 miles
- 2025 – 242,787 miles
- 2024 – 242,504 miles
- 2023 – 239,534 miles
- 2022 – 235,655 miles
- 2021 – 229,435 miles
- 2020 – 224,917 miles
- 2019 – 220,820 miles
- 2018 – 215,768 miles
- 2017 – 209,574 miles
- 2016 – 201,817 miles
- 2015 – 196,700 miles
- 2014 – 190,664 miles
- 2013 – 184,997 miles
- 2012 – 177,113 miles
- 2011 – 169,398 miles
- 2010 – 160,396 miles
- 2009 – 151,293 miles
- 2008 – 143,077 miles
- 2007 – 135,032 miles
- 2006 – 127,400 miles
- 2005 – 119,266 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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.
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Failure5 MOTs, 2006–2016
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
Dangerous3 MOTs, 2006–2010
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective
Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Full MOT history
36 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass244,146 miles (+1,359)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 May 2027
- Odometer
- 244,146 miles
- Test number
- 850385490709
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
Pass242,787 miles (+283)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 242,787 miles
- Test number
- 608111206461
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- 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))
- AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
Fail242,504 miles (+2,970)5 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 242,504 miles
- Test number
- 524074109411
- MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassic (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- 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))
- AdvisoryUnder body undersealed
Pass239,534 miles (+3,879)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 239,534 miles
- Test number
- 323224118556
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
Pass235,655 miles (+6,220)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 235,655 miles
- Test number
- 273921684329
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass229,435 miles (+4,518)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 229,435 miles
- Test number
- 563103251385
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass224,917 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 224,917 miles
- Test number
- 793863442675
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail224,917 miles (+4,097)1 dangerous3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 224,917 miles
- Test number
- 737713752356
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Pass220,820 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 220,820 miles
- Test number
- 304249405968
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail220,820 miles (+5,052)2 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 220,820 miles
- Test number
- 329152010133
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass215,768 miles (+12)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 215,768 miles
- Test number
- 406398792196
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear brake disc backing plates corroded
- AdvisoryBrake pedal has little reserve travel
Fail215,756 miles (+6,182)9 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 215,756 miles
- Test number
- 847429336066
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Lower Step / Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner Braking Surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear Leaf Spring Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Lower Step / Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear Leaf Spring Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryBoth Rear Brake Disc Backing Plates Corroded / Deteriorated
- AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper Bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass209,574 miles (+29)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 209,574 miles
- Test number
- 182354101607
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail209,545 miles (+7,728)5 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 209,545 miles
- Test number
- 302703784792
- FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sills (5.2.6)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted inner and outer sills (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front chassis (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass201,817 miles (+38)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 201,817 miles
- Test number
- 523065892792
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail201,779 miles (+5,079)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 201,779 miles
- Test number
- 630196769959
- FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass196,700 miles (+225)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 196,700 miles
- Test number
- 828135615005
- AdvisoryOil leek
Fail196,475 miles (+5,811)12 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 196,475 miles
- Test number
- 818716220575
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shoker (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass190,664 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 190,664 miles
- Test number
- 765259104331
- AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Fail190,664 miles (+5,667)1 failure3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,664 miles
- Test number
- 307549804363
- FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Pass184,997 miles (+68)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 184,997 miles
- Test number
- 459375993222
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail184,929 miles (+7,816)4 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 184,929 miles
- Test number
- 126599983233
- FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass177,113 miles1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 177,113 miles
- Test number
- 319642992496
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteCorrosion nearside sill but not within a prescribed area
- NoteEngine oil level was below minimum
Fail177,113 miles (+7,715)2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,113 miles
- Test number
- 326902192279
- Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteCorrosion nearside sill but not within a prescribed area
- NoteEngine oil level was below minimum
Pass169,398 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 169,398 miles
- Test number
- 497614011445
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteNearside outer sill corroded
Fail169,398 miles (+9,002)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 169,398 miles
- Test number
- 185134611387
- DangerousOuter Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteBonnet safety catch seized
- NoteNearside outer sill corroded
Pass160,396 miles (+11)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 160,396 miles
- Test number
- 394124390492
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteExhaust baffles loose
Fail160,385 miles (+9,092)4 dangerous3 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,385 miles
- Test number
- 361153390281
- DangerousBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
- DangerousBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
- DangerousNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteExhaust baffles loose
Pass151,293 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 151,293 miles
- Test number
- 961430009338
- NoteExhaust silencer baffles loose
- NoteOil leak from filter area
Fail151,293 miles (+8,216)4 dangerous4 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,293 miles
- Test number
- 440529199278
- DangerousBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
- DangerousOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- DangerousRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- NoteExhaust silencer baffles loose
- NoteOil leak from filter area
Pass143,077 miles (+76)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 143,077 miles
- Test number
- 791058518323
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail143,001 miles (+7,969)3 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,001 miles
- Test number
- 690080318322
- DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
- DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- DangerousOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteOffside rear hub seal leaking
Pass135,032 miles (+7,632)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 135,032 miles
- Test number
- 742619807330
- AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Pass127,400 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 127,400 miles
- Test number
- 901508016365
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail127,400 miles (+8,134)7 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,400 miles
- Test number
- 253647916306
- FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteN/s/f tyre outer tread scrubbing
Pass119,266 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Nov 2006
- Odometer
- 119,266 miles
- Test number
- 743597105393
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Questions about P425 LNB
- Does P425 LNB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P425 LNB is valid until 20 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on P425 LNB?
- The MOT on P425 LNB is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has P425 LNB done?
- P425 LNB was recorded at 244,146 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 6,078 miles a year.
- Has P425 LNB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. P425 LNB has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2024.
- Has the mileage on P425 LNB 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 P425 LNB find?
- P425 LNB passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes.
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