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Mercedes-Benz 312

Silver · Diesel · 1996 · 2,874 cc

P513 UAFMOT history

P513 UAF is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz 312 first used on 1 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2024 and it has passed 11 of 21 MOT tests, with 113,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2024
Mileage
113,920 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2023
MOT tests
21
11 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P513 UAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
312
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2024
Latest MOT test
23 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P513 UAF was last recorded at 113,920 miles on 23 May 2023, 1,319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,601 miles · 19 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,319 miles
Average per year
2,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,920 miles
  • 2021 – 112,601 miles
  • 2020 – 111,041 miles
  • 2019 – 109,824 miles
  • 2018 – 107,434 miles
  • 2017 – 106,033 miles
  • 2016 – 104,193 miles
  • 2015 – 100,330 miles
  • 2014 – 91,328 miles
  • 2013 – 76,614 miles
  • 2006 – 75,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,920 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,920 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    113,920 miles
    Test number
    700726394129
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail113,920 miles (+1,319)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,920 miles
    Test number
    542816952480
    • Repaired at testNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cover (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass112,601 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,601 miles
    Test number
    264723462158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail112,601 miles (+8)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,601 miles
    Test number
    764146640347
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail112,593 miles (+1,552)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,593 miles
    Test number
    361355604409
    • MajorBrake cable insecure front park brake cable incorrectly adjusted (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside side marker light incorrect colour

  6. Pass111,041 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,041 miles
    Test number
    407094731863
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to underside

  7. Fail111,013 miles (+1,189)11 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,013 miles
    Test number
    596456188631
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam intermitent (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to underside

  8. Pass109,824 miles (+20)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    109,824 miles
    Test number
    365827156238
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S rear tyre sidewall deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  9. Fail109,804 miles (+2,370)1 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,804 miles
    Test number
    874847212805
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire at engine (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outline marker lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Pedal creeping down to floor while under pressure (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S rear tyre sidewall deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  10. Pass107,434 miles (+1,401)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    107,434 miles
    Test number
    416735428226
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear tailpipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play slightly noisey (2.6.2)

  11. Pass106,033 miles (+1,840)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,033 miles
    Test number
    216048240595
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes have corrosion. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit has cuts but no cords/canvas exposed. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass104,193 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    104,193 miles
    Test number
    507577838028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,189 miles (+3,859)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,189 miles
    Test number
    207376072857
    • FailureOffside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill holed (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass100,330 miles (+4)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    100,330 miles
    Test number
    329297745071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear hub oil seals damp
    • NoteO/s side marker lights in op

  15. Fail100,326 miles (+8,998)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,326 miles
    Test number
    926076335049
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear hub oil seals damp
    • NoteO/s side marker lights in op

  16. Pass91,328 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    91,328 miles
    Test number
    148568254425
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished

  17. Fail913,274 miles (+836,660)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    913,274 miles
    Test number
    309358854025
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished

  18. Pass76,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,614 miles
    Test number
    137329853430
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail76,614 miles (+1,388)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,614 miles
    Test number
    156649453049
    • Repaired at testPower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass75,226 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    75,226 miles
    Test number
    904837606298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,225 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,225 miles
    Test number
    284866606246
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about P513 UAF

Does P513 UAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P513 UAF expired on 22 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P513 UAF?
The MOT on P513 UAF expired on 22 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P513 UAF done?
P513 UAF was recorded at 113,920 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2023, an average of 2,300 miles a year.
Has P513 UAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P513 UAF has failed 10 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2023.
Has the mileage on P513 UAF 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 P513 UAF find?
P513 UAF passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2023 with 3 advisories: fuel tank straps corroded; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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