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Mercedes-Benz 308 D

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,299 cc

S805 CEHMOT history

S805 CEH is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 308 D first used on 17 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2023
Mileage
129,333 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2022
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S805 CEH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
308 D
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
17 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S805 CEH was last recorded at 129,333 miles on 31 Jan 2022, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Feb 2007: 97,658 miles, lower than 351,200 miles on 7 Mar 2006.

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
129,322 miles · 18 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
11 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 129,333 miles
  • 2021 – 129,255 miles
  • 2020 – 128,368 miles
  • 2019 – 128,045 miles
  • 2018 – 127,872 miles
  • 2017 – 126,921 miles
  • 2016 – 125,509 miles
  • 2015 – 124,590 miles
  • 2014 – 120,227 miles
  • 2013 – 114,890 miles
  • 2012 – 110,374 miles
  • 2011 – 106,421 miles
  • 2008 – 103,226 miles
  • 2007 – 97,658 miles
  • 2006 – 351,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,333 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leak on hub sealRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Battery insecure

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass129,333 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    129,333 miles
    Test number
    712785062899
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leak on hub seal

  2. Fail129,322 miles (+67)1 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,322 miles
    Test number
    752444695642
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leak on hub seal

  3. Fail129,255 miles (+887)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,255 miles
    Test number
    458300715126
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass128,368 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    128,368 miles
    Test number
    718315997013
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leak on hub seal
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail128,368 miles (+49)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,368 miles
    Test number
    694196380028
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leak on hub seal
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail128,319 miles (+274)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,319 miles
    Test number
    724944939553
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion on sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leak on hub seal
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  7. Pass128,045 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    128,045 miles
    Test number
    941890574948
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion on inner panel
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leak on hub seal
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear step insecure

  8. Fail128,043 miles (+171)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,043 miles
    Test number
    406557863196
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion on inner panel
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leak on hub seal
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear step insecure

  9. Pass127,872 miles (+951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    127,872 miles
    Test number
    958360612459
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass126,921 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    126,921 miles
    Test number
    432727830518
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leak on hub

  11. Fail126,865 miles (+1,356)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,865 miles
    Test number
    334951174591
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear oil leak on hub

  12. Pass125,509 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    125,509 miles
    Test number
    196239713250
    • AdvisoryFuel leak repaired but still fuel around engine.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail125,502 miles (+912)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,502 miles
    Test number
    795833824999
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass124,590 miles (+139)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    124,590 miles
    Test number
    118289955121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Fail124,451 miles (+4,224)9 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,451 miles
    Test number
    878300955122
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteN/s rear lens broken

  16. Pass120,227 miles (+105)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    120,227 miles
    Test number
    546422564187
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s rear lens broken
    • NoteOil level low
    • NoteRear step insecure

  17. Fail120,122 miles (+5,232)7 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,122 miles
    Test number
    119018744157
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s rear lens broken
    • NoteOil level low
    • NoteRear step insecure

  18. Pass114,890 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    114,890 miles
    Test number
    205309843136
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOil light on

  19. Fail114,887 miles (+4,513)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,887 miles
    Test number
    228143843467
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOil light on

  20. Pass110,374 miles (+165)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    110,374 miles
    Test number
    217326132131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside rear outer sill corroded
    • NoteOffside rear light lens damaged

  21. Fail110,209 miles (+3,788)10 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,209 miles
    Test number
    619622232151
    • FailureFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear outer sill corroded
    • NoteOffside rear light lens damaged

  22. Pass106,421 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    106,421 miles
    Test number
    876576221158
    • NoteBattery tray corroded
    • NoteO/s/r hub seal leaking

  23. Fail106,421 miles (+3,195)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,421 miles
    Test number
    446863421105
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteBattery tray corroded
    • NoteO/s/r hub seal leaking

  24. Pass103,226 miles (+5,568)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    103,226 miles
    Test number
    454551378008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass97,658 miles (-253,542)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    97,658 miles
    Test number
    564665457073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass351,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    351,200 miles
    Test number
    121036966491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S805 CEH

Does S805 CEH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S805 CEH expired on 30 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S805 CEH?
The MOT on S805 CEH expired on 30 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S805 CEH done?
S805 CEH was recorded at 129,333 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2022.
Has S805 CEH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S805 CEH has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S805 CEH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Feb 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S805 CEH find?
S805 CEH passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: coolant leak; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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