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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,379 cc

T243 FBLMOT history

T243 FBL is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 19 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 128,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
128,710 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T243 FBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,379 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T243 FBL was last recorded at 128,710 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Sept 2013: 76,391 miles, lower than 79,193 miles on 12 Sept 2012.

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
128,710 miles · 28 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,710 miles
  • 2025 – 128,710 miles
  • 2024 – 116,680 miles
  • 2023 – 109,071 miles
  • 2022 – 100,464 miles
  • 2021 – 88,854 miles
  • 2019 – 88,291 miles
  • 2018 – 85,916 miles
  • 2017 – 84,805 miles
  • 2016 – 81,679 miles
  • 2015 – 79,975 miles
  • 2014 – 77,447 miles
  • 2013 – 76,395 miles
  • 2012 – 79,193 miles
  • 2011 – 73,736 miles
  • 2010 – 71,362 miles
  • 2009 – 66,250 miles
  • 2007 – 56,701 miles
  • 2006 – 50,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,710 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point slight corrosionRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryReverse lights inoperativeRecorded at 4 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,710 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    128,710 miles
    Test number
    328644554580
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inoperative

  2. Fail128,710 miles (+12,030)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,710 miles
    Test number
    554525235332
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both showing no image (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inoperative

  3. Pass116,680 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    116,680 miles
    Test number
    426160362042
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inoperative

  4. Fail116,680 miles (+7,609)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,680 miles
    Test number
    246742175196
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inoperative

  5. Pass109,071 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    109,071 miles
    Test number
    584391500030
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inoperative

  6. Fail109,071 miles (+166)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,071 miles
    Test number
    523615785909
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all slight perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inoperative

  7. Fail108,905 miles (+960)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,905 miles
    Test number
    960265337407
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine/Gearbox and subframe wet with oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail107,945 miles (+7,481)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,945 miles
    Test number
    184535648547
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

  9. Pass100,464 miles2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    100,464 miles
    Test number
    798726145618
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail100,464 miles (+11,610)3 major2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,464 miles
    Test number
    523617821951
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass88,854 miles (+563)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    88,854 miles
    Test number
    854480941272
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator insecure side repeater (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass88,291 miles (+2,375)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,291 miles
    Test number
    212569400184
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass85,916 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,916 miles
    Test number
    405531273518
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed cant be opened from outside (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail85,916 miles (+1,111)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,916 miles
    Test number
    898630772228
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed cant be opened from outside (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass84,805 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    84,805 miles
    Test number
    477472130544
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail84,805 miles (+3,126)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,805 miles
    Test number
    362261378891
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Both (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour And lens missing (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass81,679 miles (+1,704)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    81,679 miles
    Test number
    275650160019
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d-bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

  18. Pass79,975 miles (+2,528)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    79,975 miles
    Test number
    538766297861
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass77,447 miles (+1,052)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    77,447 miles
    Test number
    336382654266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass76,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    76,395 miles
    Test number
    859783053253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail76,391 miles (-2,802)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,391 miles
    Test number
    916163353274
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass79,193 miles (+5,457)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,193 miles
    Test number
    299906152223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass73,736 miles (+2,374)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    73,736 miles
    Test number
    165784141175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,362 miles (+5,112)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    71,362 miles
    Test number
    461598020074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,250 miles (+9,549)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    66,250 miles
    Test number
    111504029092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,701 miles
    Test number
    124945747186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,701 miles (+6,480)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,701 miles
    Test number
    240025347463
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Fail50,221 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,221 miles
    Test number
    380750036127
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass50,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,221 miles
    Test number
    913570536144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T243 FBL

Does T243 FBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T243 FBL is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T243 FBL?
The MOT on T243 FBL is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T243 FBL done?
T243 FBL was recorded at 128,710 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 3,964 miles a year.
Has T243 FBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T243 FBL has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T243 FBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Sept 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T243 FBL find?
T243 FBL passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 7 more.

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