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Mercedes-Benz 320

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

S24 SJOMOT history

S24 SJO is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz 320 first used on 6 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2023
Mileage
121,746 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S24 SJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
320
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S24 SJO was last recorded at 121,746 miles on 27 Jul 2023, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,722 miles · 16 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
4,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,746 miles
  • 2022 – 117,781 miles
  • 2021 – 106,959 miles
  • 2019 – 91,520 miles
  • 2018 – 82,222 miles
  • 2017 – 75,151 miles
  • 2016 – 73,429 miles
  • 2015 – 72,080 miles
  • 2014 – 70,713 miles
  • 2013 – 67,393 miles
  • 2012 – 63,210 miles
  • 2011 – 57,691 miles
  • 2010 – 53,694 miles
  • 2009 – 50,620 miles
  • 2008 – 45,728 miles
  • 2006 – 44,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,746 miles
  • DangerousOil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,746 miles (+24)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,746 miles
    Test number
    880049088285
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  2. Fail121,722 miles (+3,941)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,722 miles
    Test number
    345299174062
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass117,781 miles (+10,822)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    117,781 miles
    Test number
    259724630390
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion
  4. Pass106,959 miles (+15,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    106,959 miles
    Test number
    388398569267
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded
  5. Pass91,520 miles (+9,298)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,520 miles
    Test number
    244625133006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,222 miles (+272)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,222 miles
    Test number
    162310817687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryLower outer sills cannot check for rust covered in plastic
    • AdvisoryUnder car rusty
  7. Fail81,950 miles (+6,799)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,950 miles
    Test number
    575302295347
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryLower outer sills cannot check for rust covered in plastic
    • AdvisoryUnder car rusty
  8. Pass75,151 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,151 miles
    Test number
    891824436379
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust general corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust general corrosion
  9. Fail75,150 miles (+1,721)5 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,150 miles
    Test number
    478535394510
    • FailureFuel system component leaking at fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust general corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust general corrosion
  10. Pass73,429 miles (+1,349)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,429 miles
    Test number
    523553989816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    72,080 miles
    Test number
    826583475020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,074 miles (+1,361)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,074 miles
    Test number
    256243875048
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
  13. Pass70,713 miles (+3,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,713 miles
    Test number
    976385544027
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  14. Pass67,393 miles (+4,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    67,393 miles
    Test number
    416180663014
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  15. Pass63,210 miles (+5,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,210 miles
    Test number
    188152752012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass57,691 miles (+3,997)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,691 miles
    Test number
    166417561061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,694 miles (+3,074)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,694 miles
    Test number
    701518560038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,620 miles (+4,892)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    50,620 miles
    Test number
    970861179064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,728 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    45,728 miles
    Test number
    953180768010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,253 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    44,253 miles
    Test number
    602724966343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,036 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    44,036 miles
    Test number
    241898986454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,034 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,034 miles
    Test number
    784670386179
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear pads half worn

Questions about S24 SJO

Does S24 SJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S24 SJO expired on 21 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S24 SJO?
The MOT on S24 SJO expired on 21 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S24 SJO done?
S24 SJO was recorded at 121,746 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2023, an average of 4,551 miles a year.
Has S24 SJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S24 SJO has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on S24 SJO 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 S24 SJO find?
S24 SJO failed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 2 advisories: oil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 8 more.

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