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Mercedes-Benz 308 D

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 2,300 cc

S42 RWFMOT history

S42 RWF is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz 308 D first used on 10 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 158,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2026
Mileage
158,248 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 RWF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
308 D
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,300 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 RWF was last recorded at 158,248 miles on 29 May 2025, 1,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,004 miles · 23 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,244 miles
Average per year
1,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,248 miles
  • 2024 – 157,004 miles
  • 2023 – 155,962 miles
  • 2021 – 154,758 miles
  • 2020 – 150,984 miles
  • 2019 – 150,451 miles
  • 2018 – 149,410 miles
  • 2017 – 147,411 miles
  • 2016 – 145,755 miles
  • 2015 – 144,201 miles
  • 2014 – 142,419 miles
  • 2013 – 140,686 miles
  • 2012 – 138,878 miles
  • 2011 – 137,032 miles
  • 2010 – 136,990 miles
  • 2009 – 136,100 miles
  • 2008 – 135,404 miles
  • 2007 – 134,264 miles
  • 2006 – 129,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,248 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,248 miles (+1,244)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    158,248 miles
    Test number
    571308003058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass157,004 miles (+1,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    157,004 miles
    Test number
    181092583120
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass155,962 miles (+1,204)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    155,962 miles
    Test number
    951661094801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass154,758 miles (+3,774)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    154,758 miles
    Test number
    139586899035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass150,984 miles (+533)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    150,984 miles
    Test number
    587380707742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass150,451 miles (+1,041)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    150,451 miles
    Test number
    216774261101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass149,410 miles (+1,999)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    149,410 miles
    Test number
    811969703475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass147,411 miles (+1,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    147,411 miles
    Test number
    447165535233
    • AdvisoryN/s/r/ half shaft seal leaking
    • AdvisoryTyres 8mm all round

  9. Pass145,755 miles (+1,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    145,755 miles
    Test number
    855943516002
    • AdvisoryOffside osr8mm osf8mm nsr8mm nsf8mm

  10. Pass144,201 miles (+1,782)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    144,201 miles
    Test number
    844819080626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,419 miles (+1,733)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    142,419 miles
    Test number
    367091884419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass140,686 miles (+21)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    140,686 miles
    Test number
    856782433264
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake pipes undersealed
    • NoteCentre rear view mirror missing
    • NoteOil leak from nearside rear halfshaft seal
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteVehicle undersealed

  13. Fail140,665 miles (+1,787)1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,665 miles
    Test number
    385725423214
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake pipes undersealed
    • NoteCentre rear view mirror missing
    • NoteOil leak from nearside rear halfshaft seal
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteVehicle undersealed

  14. Pass138,878 miles (+1,846)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    138,878 miles
    Test number
    349762822403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass137,032 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    137,032 miles
    Test number
    357236331401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail137,028 miles (+38)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,028 miles
    Test number
    555364321297
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass136,990 miles (+890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    136,990 miles
    Test number
    151030410236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass136,100 miles (+696)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    136,100 miles
    Test number
    181631319269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass135,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    135,404 miles
    Test number
    681981108259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail135,404 miles (+1,140)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,404 miles
    Test number
    331339198138
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass134,264 miles (+4,306)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    134,264 miles
    Test number
    500152617292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass129,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    129,958 miles
    Test number
    781418386185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S42 RWF

Does S42 RWF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 RWF expired on 28 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 RWF?
The MOT on S42 RWF expired on 28 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 RWF done?
S42 RWF was recorded at 158,248 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2025, an average of 1,497 miles a year.
Has S42 RWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 RWF has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2013.
Has the mileage on S42 RWF 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 S42 RWF find?
S42 RWF passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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