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Mercedes-Benz B-Class

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,991 cc

RAY 301MOT history

RAY 301 is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 18 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 52,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

RAY 301 grey Mercedes-Benz B-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz B-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
52,225 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RAY 301
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RAY 301 was last recorded at 52,225 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,432 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
793 miles
Average per year
2,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,225 miles
  • 2025 – 51,432 miles
  • 2024 – 49,867 miles
  • 2023 – 47,176 miles
  • 2022 – 44,503 miles
  • 2021 – 42,287 miles
  • 2020 – 40,564 miles
  • 2019 – 39,107 miles
  • 2018 – 36,347 miles
  • 2017 – 34,705 miles
  • 2016 – 33,219 miles
  • 2015 – 31,219 miles
  • 2014 – 28,970 miles
  • 2013 – 26,438 miles
  • 2011 – 22,445 miles
  • 2009 – 17,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,225 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,225 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    52,225 miles
    Test number
    590586209428
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail52,225 miles (+793)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,225 miles
    Test number
    632431275034
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass51,432 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    51,432 miles
    Test number
    119869363309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail51,432 miles (+1,565)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,432 miles
    Test number
    783983756437
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass49,867 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    49,867 miles
    Test number
    735599785161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail49,866 miles (+2,690)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,866 miles
    Test number
    678399087647
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass47,176 miles (+2,673)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    47,176 miles
    Test number
    928153755746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,503 miles (+2,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    44,503 miles
    Test number
    771281979117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass42,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    42,287 miles
    Test number
    117828864850
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Fail42,287 miles (+1,723)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,287 miles
    Test number
    863421968267
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords thin on shoulder worn uneven (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass40,564 miles (+1,457)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    40,564 miles
    Test number
    218147198638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,107 miles (+2,760)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    39,107 miles
    Test number
    251886090007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,347 miles (+1,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    36,347 miles
    Test number
    850093307197
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass34,705 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    34,705 miles
    Test number
    893800745921
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail34,705 miles (+1,486)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,705 miles
    Test number
    674529300206
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass33,219 miles (+2,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    33,219 miles
    Test number
    619384659171
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass31,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    31,219 miles
    Test number
    700781794418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,219 miles (+2,249)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,219 miles
    Test number
    227076076526
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  19. Pass28,970 miles (+2,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    28,970 miles
    Test number
    397411654312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass26,438 miles (+1,749)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    26,438 miles
    Test number
    159192353336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,689 miles (+2,244)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    24,689 miles
    Test number
    888294403075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,445 miles (+2,082)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    22,445 miles
    Test number
    475196651332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,363 miles (+2,868)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    20,363 miles
    Test number
    477970211040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,495 miles (+2,556)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    17,495 miles
    Test number
    500725559376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass14,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    14,939 miles
    Test number
    121253219413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RAY 301

What vehicle is registration RAY 301 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RAY 301 on a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 18 Jan 2006. 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 RAY 301 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RAY 301 is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on RAY 301?
The MOT on RAY 301 is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RAY 301 done?
RAY 301 was recorded at 52,225 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 2,114 miles a year.
Has RAY 301 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RAY 301 has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on RAY 301 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 RAY 301 find?
RAY 301 passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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