
Mercedes-Benz 312
Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,995 cc
S38 OANMOT history
S38 OAN is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz 312 first used on 27 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 235,175 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 235,175 mi
- At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 31
- 20 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 5,522 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S38 OAN
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- 312
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,995 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 27 Aug 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S38 OAN was last recorded at 235,175 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 65 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 27 Oct 2005: 13,018 miles, lower than 122,792 miles on 21 Oct 2005.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 235,110 miles · 18 Dec 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 65 miles
- Average per year
- 5,522 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 235,175 miles
- 2024 – 235,110 miles
- 2023 – 227,159 miles
- 2021 – 215,835 miles
- 2020 – 213,137 miles
- 2019 – 208,310 miles
- 2017 – 198,342 miles
- 2015 – 188,525 miles
- 2013 – 162,369 miles
- 2012 – 156,090 miles
- 2011 – 150,739 miles
- 2010 – 141,750 miles
- 2008 – 140,262 miles
- 2007 – 135,753 miles
- 2005 – 13,018 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced towing eye (6.1.1 (c) (i))
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
Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2023
Brake lever not releasing correctly
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
31 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass235,175 miles (+65)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 235,175 miles
- Test number
- 636155573890
- AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (1.1.15 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced towing eye (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass235,110 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 235,110 miles
- Test number
- 301658697955
- MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail235,108 miles (+7,949)2 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 235,108 miles
- Test number
- 178770271886
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass227,159 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 227,159 miles
- Test number
- 878269484077
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
PassMileage not read1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 281079519783
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
FailMileage not read5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 753884003804
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill within 12 inches of spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill within 12 inches of spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Pass215,835 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 215,835 miles
- Test number
- 499548446559
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
Fail215,833 miles (+2,696)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 215,833 miles
- Test number
- 182208775949
- DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
Pass213,137 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 213,137 miles
- Test number
- 585681593013
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play close to the 3mm of play allowed (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail213,137 miles (+4,827)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 213,137 miles
- Test number
- 188841428033
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play close to the 3mm of play allowed (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass208,310 miles (+6,621)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 208,310 miles
- Test number
- 849161991244
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front boot/gaiter deteriorated
- AdvisoryNearside Rear direction indicator slightly discoloured
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass201,689 miles (+3,347)2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 201,689 miles
- Test number
- 653257467139
- MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass198,342 miles (+17)14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 198,342 miles
- Test number
- 229987383144
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail198,325 miles2 failures14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 198,325 miles
- Test number
- 189642016083
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOil leak
PassMileage not read
- MOT expiry
- 28 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 415058469752
No defects or advisories recorded.
FailMileage not read2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 448559275360
- FailureNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass188,525 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 188,525 miles
- Test number
- 490087189291
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play and offside front (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside inner (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Fail188,525 miles (+1,025)2 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 188,525 miles
- Test number
- 507352773803
- Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play and offside front (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and offside inner (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Pass187,500 miles (+25,131)5 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 187,500 miles
- Test number
- 405184305033
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteShocks are weak
Fail162,369 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,369 miles
- Test number
- 329284453318
- Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass162,369 miles (+6,279)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 162,369 miles
- Test number
- 489104353373
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass156,090 miles (+5,351)5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 156,090 miles
- Test number
- 715316472299
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass150,739 miles (+8,989)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 150,739 miles
- Test number
- 738512071257
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass141,750 miles (+1,488)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2011
- Odometer
- 141,750 miles
- Test number
- 332337440135
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass140,262 miles (+4,509)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 140,262 miles
- Test number
- 224186348387
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass135,753 miles (+4,272)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 135,753 miles
- Test number
- 321454037344
- AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
Pass131,481 miles (+31)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 131,481 miles
- Test number
- 280078557020
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail131,450 miles (+118,432)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 131,450 miles
- Test number
- 212722957072
- FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail13,018 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 13,018 miles
- Test number
- 144280405376
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)
Pass13,018 miles (-109,774)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2006
- Odometer
- 13,018 miles
- Test number
- 502220305359
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail122,792 miles3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,792 miles
- Test number
- 960274295242
- FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Questions about S38 OAN
- Does S38 OAN currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S38 OAN is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S38 OAN?
- The MOT on S38 OAN is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S38 OAN done?
- S38 OAN was recorded at 235,175 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 5,522 miles a year.
- Has S38 OAN ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S38 OAN has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2024.
- Has the mileage on S38 OAN ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Oct 2005. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on S38 OAN find?
- S38 OAN passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake; nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step, and 5 more.
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