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Mercedes-Benz 300

Blue · Petrol · 1989 · 2,962 cc

SO 1707MOT history

SO 1707 is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 12 May 1989. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 79,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
79,666 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SO 1707
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
12 May 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SO 1707 was last recorded at 79,666 miles on 13 May 2026, 90 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,576 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
90 miles
Average per year
218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,666 miles
  • 2025 – 79,576 miles
  • 2024 – 78,809 miles
  • 2023 – 78,675 miles
  • 2022 – 78,594 miles
  • 2019 – 78,245 miles
  • 2018 – 77,984 miles
  • 2017 – 77,835 miles
  • 2016 – 77,761 miles
  • 2015 – 77,666 miles
  • 2014 – 77,374 miles
  • 2013 – 77,304 miles
  • 2012 – 77,250 miles
  • 2011 – 77,171 miles
  • 2010 – 76,707 miles
  • 2009 – 76,403 miles
  • 2008 – 76,166 miles
  • 2007 – 76,073 miles
  • 2006 – 75,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,666 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes coated. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases nearside front section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,666 miles (+90)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    79,666 miles
    Test number
    788022705706
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes coated. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass79,576 miles (+767)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    79,576 miles
    Test number
    163981238386
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes coated in grease. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre and rear sections. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear. (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass78,809 miles (+134)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    78,809 miles
    Test number
    878319212412
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass78,675 miles (+81)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    78,675 miles
    Test number
    506192590155
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes coated. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,594 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    78,594 miles
    Test number
    118203870831
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail78,594 miles (+349)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,594 miles
    Test number
    774036474909
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass78,245 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,245 miles
    Test number
    771015470264
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases nearside front section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail78,244 miles (+260)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,244 miles
    Test number
    163750257905
    • MajorRear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength section of floor at offside front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases nearside front section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass77,984 miles (+149)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,984 miles
    Test number
    257412920044
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in grease, impairing corrosion assessment.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass77,835 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,835 miles
    Test number
    550766288168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,761 miles (+95)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    77,761 miles
    Test number
    722526380058
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated with underseal, impairing corrosion assessment.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass77,666 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,666 miles
    Test number
    428576005122
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteAll brake pipes coated in grease or underseal, impairing corrosion assessment.
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnknown if drivers seat is fitted with fore and aft adjustment mechanism.

  13. Fail77,666 miles (+292)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,666 miles
    Test number
    295086805162
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteAll brake pipes coated in grease or underseal, impairing corrosion assessment.
    • NoteUnknown if drivers seat is fitted with fore and aft adjustment mechanism.

  14. Pass77,374 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,374 miles
    Test number
    837750224123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,304 miles (+54)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    77,304 miles
    Test number
    797091503151
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail77,250 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,250 miles
    Test number
    605495392065
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass77,250 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,250 miles
    Test number
    915225092005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,171 miles (+464)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    77,171 miles
    Test number
    336258961102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,707 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,707 miles
    Test number
    941641560143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,403 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    76,403 miles
    Test number
    964063459134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,166 miles (+93)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    76,166 miles
    Test number
    391986658117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass76,073 miles (+745)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,073 miles
    Test number
    731463467140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    75,328 miles
    Test number
    663880476192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SO 1707

What vehicle is registration SO 1707 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SO 1707 on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 12 May 1989. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SO 1707 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SO 1707 is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on SO 1707?
The MOT on SO 1707 is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SO 1707 done?
SO 1707 was recorded at 79,666 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 218 miles a year.
Has SO 1707 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SO 1707 has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2022.
Has the mileage on SO 1707 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 SO 1707 find?
SO 1707 passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coated.; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section.; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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