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Mercedes-Benz 308 D

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,300 cc

S718 DOXMOT history

S718 DOX is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 308 D first used on 1 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
893 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S718 DOX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
308 D
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,300 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S718 DOX was last recorded at 893 miles on 20 Jun 2026, 255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Sept 2020: 3 miles, lower than 154,215 miles on 30 Oct 2015.
  • 10 May 2023: 58 miles, lower than 171 miles on 16 Jun 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
638 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 893 miles
  • 2025 – 638 miles
  • 2024 – 455 miles
  • 2023 – 110 miles
  • 2022 – 171 miles
  • 2020 – 3 miles
  • 2015 – 154,215 miles
  • 2014 – 154,054 miles
  • 2013 – 152,390 miles
  • 2012 – 149,011 miles
  • 2011 – 144,721 miles
  • 2010 – 139,054 miles
  • 2009 – 136,008 miles
  • 2008 – 133,735 miles
  • 2006 – 123,631 miles
  • 2005 – 109,152 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass893 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front glow plug light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Damage to accelerator pedal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Full underneath of vehicle heavily undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass893 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    893 miles
    Test number
    404547510668
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail893 miles (+255)3 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    893 miles
    Test number
    896093715165
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass638 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    638 miles
    Test number
    930694855254
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pedal wearing smooth accelerator pedal rubber missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll underside heavily undersealed including brake pipes
  4. Fail638 miles (+49)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    638 miles
    Test number
    679919863079
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pedal wearing smooth accelerator pedal rubber missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll underside heavily undersealed including brake pipes
  5. Fail589 miles (+134)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    589 miles
    Test number
    587575893463
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front glow plug light on constant
  6. Pass455 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    455 miles
    Test number
    507068923923
    • AdvisoryOffside Front glow plug light on
  7. Fail438 miles (+328)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    438 miles
    Test number
    479618426665
    • MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Position lamp not working n/s marker light inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust front pipe holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Position lamp not working side marker inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front glow plug light on
  8. Pass110 miles (+52)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    110 miles
    Test number
    553984854498
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to accelerator pedal
    • AdvisoryFull underneath of vehicle heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryTiger seal used around previous welding
  9. Fail58 miles (-113)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58 miles
    Test number
    152790080891
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill behind wheel inside and outside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDamage to accelerator pedal
    • AdvisoryFull underneath of vehicle heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryTiger seal used around previous welding
  10. Pass171 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    171 miles
    Test number
    193450674768
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on
  11. Fail141 miles (+138)1 dangerous9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141 miles
    Test number
    885747093528
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired full sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive side door deteriorated (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all-over corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAccelerator pedal slight damage
  12. Pass3 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    3 miles
    Test number
    738699019482
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryThrottle peddle broken
  13. Fail3 miles (-154,212)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3 miles
    Test number
    753613252233
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryThrottle peddle broken
  14. Pass154,215 miles (+5)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    154,215 miles
    Test number
    323734579357
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine coil light on
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play Both front end of racks (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member excessively corroded
  15. Fail154,210 miles (+156)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,210 miles
    Test number
    158613900092
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine coil light on
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play Both front end of racks (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member excessively corroded
  16. Pass154,054 miles (+79)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    154,054 miles
    Test number
    158283394278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  17. Fail153,975 miles (+1,585)10 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,975 miles
    Test number
    708529274284
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Fail152,390 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,390 miles
    Test number
    575167383292
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Pass152,390 miles (+3,379)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    152,390 miles
    Test number
    628397683233
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass149,011 miles (+4,290)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    149,011 miles
    Test number
    315149582480
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth inner rack joints slight play.
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Pass144,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    144,721 miles
    Test number
    576270091238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail144,721 miles (+5,667)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,721 miles
    Test number
    698440491207
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  23. Pass139,054 miles (+3,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    139,054 miles
    Test number
    362559570475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  24. Pass136,008 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    136,008 miles
    Test number
    783299989222
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  25. Fail136,008 miles (+2,273)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,008 miles
    Test number
    951529789247
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  26. Pass133,735 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    133,735 miles
    Test number
    740678998275
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteREAR LOADING DOORS HIDGES SPLIT AND LOOSE BUT CLOSES SECURELY?
  27. Fail133,734 miles (+10,103)1 dangerous2 failures1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,734 miles
    Test number
    321117398234
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteREAR LOADING DOORS HIDGES SPLIT AND LOOSE BUT CLOSES SECURELY?
  28. Pass123,631 miles (+14,479)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    123,631 miles
    Test number
    583482956327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass109,152 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    109,152 miles
    Test number
    941388645370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about S718 DOX

Does S718 DOX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S718 DOX is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S718 DOX?
The MOT on S718 DOX is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S718 DOX done?
S718 DOX was recorded at 893 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2026.
Has S718 DOX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S718 DOX has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S718 DOX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 18 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S718 DOX find?
S718 DOX passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2026 with 10 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both; fuel pipe/s corroded; gearbox mounting defective, and 7 more.

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