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Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,991 cc

RB 8296MOT history

RB 8296 is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 9 Aug 2010. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 28,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

RB 8296 black Mercedes-Benz B-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
28,933 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,814 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RB 8296
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
9 Aug 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

RB 8296 was last recorded at 28,933 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 3,154 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
25,779 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,154 miles
Average per year
1,814 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 28,933 miles
  • 2024 – 25,779 miles
  • 2023 – 22,573 miles
  • 2022 – 18,413 miles
  • 2021 – 18,096 miles
  • 2020 – 17,319 miles
  • 2019 – 15,356 miles
  • 2018 – 14,105 miles
  • 2017 – 13,078 miles
  • 2016 – 11,242 miles
  • 2015 – 10,140 miles
  • 2014 – 8,369 miles
  • 2013 – 6,467 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,933 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded
  • AdvisoryN/s/f shocker protection deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 22 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,933 miles (+3,154)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    28,933 miles
    Test number
    228663313727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shocker protection deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  2. Pass25,779 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    25,779 miles
    Test number
    317667267276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front shocker protection kit deteriorated

  3. Fail25,779 miles (+3,206)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,779 miles
    Test number
    358837423337
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front shocker protection kit deteriorated

  4. Pass22,573 miles (+4,160)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    22,573 miles
    Test number
    258232881803
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside, corroded/pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged Nearside and Offside, sidewall slight damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler neck pipes.
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside, corroded/pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside, shock absorbers. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged Nearside and Offside, sidewall slight damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass18,413 miles (+317)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    18,413 miles
    Test number
    930136865434
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside, Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler pipes
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight play in steering rack arm joint.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside, Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside and Offside, shock absorbers corroded slightly.

  6. Pass18,096 miles (+777)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    18,096 miles
    Test number
    516604968964
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded

  7. Pass17,319 miles (+1,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    17,319 miles
    Test number
    294432423623
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck is corroaded

  8. Pass15,356 miles (+1,251)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    15,356 miles
    Test number
    437775262845
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass14,105 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    14,105 miles
    Test number
    733140332792
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail14,103 miles (+1,025)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,103 miles
    Test number
    771501282166
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass13,078 miles (+1,836)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    13,078 miles
    Test number
    775391886897
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres cracking and perishing

  12. Pass11,242 miles (+1,102)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    11,242 miles
    Test number
    419343773951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass10,140 miles (+1,771)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    10,140 miles
    Test number
    345818905278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass8,369 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    8,369 miles
    Test number
    336702904282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass6,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    6,467 miles
    Test number
    656743203295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RB 8296

What vehicle is registration RB 8296 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RB 8296 on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 9 Aug 2010. 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 RB 8296 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RB 8296 is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on RB 8296?
The MOT on RB 8296 is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RB 8296 done?
RB 8296 was recorded at 28,933 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 1,814 miles a year.
Has RB 8296 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RB 8296 has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on RB 8296 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 RB 8296 find?
RB 8296 passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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