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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,996 cc

T300 MERMOT history

T300 MER is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 176,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Nov 2024
Mileage
176,279 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T300 MER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T300 MER was last recorded at 176,279 miles on 14 Nov 2023, 2,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,257 miles · 10 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,022 miles
Average per year
6,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,279 miles
  • 2022 – 174,257 miles
  • 2021 – 156,831 miles
  • 2020 – 150,769 miles
  • 2018 – 139,741 miles
  • 2016 – 122,422 miles
  • 2015 – 113,312 miles
  • 2014 – 95,755 miles
  • 2013 – 91,195 miles
  • 2011 – 83,259 miles
  • 2010 – 68,580 miles
  • 2009 – 60,356 miles
  • 2008 – 58,873 miles
  • 2007 – 57,519 miles
  • 2006 – 56,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,279 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll body work slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front both outer wings corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front fog light inoperative

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,279 miles (+2,022)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    176,279 miles
    Test number
    557223903181
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll body work slightly corroded

  2. Pass174,257 miles (+9,875)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    174,257 miles
    Test number
    265546825506
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll body work slightly corroded

  3. Pass164,382 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    164,382 miles
    Test number
    113022532797
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail164,382 miles (+7,551)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,382 miles
    Test number
    159391494896
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass156,831 miles (+6,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    156,831 miles
    Test number
    654684327805
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass150,769 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    150,769 miles
    Test number
    363228929109
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both outer wings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inoperative

  7. Fail150,769 miles (+11,028)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,769 miles
    Test number
    719580097859
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both outer wings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inoperative

  8. Pass139,741 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    139,741 miles
    Test number
    158763243388
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inscure

  9. Fail139,741 miles (+8,647)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,741 miles
    Test number
    992987175579
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inscure

  10. Pass131,094 miles (+8,672)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    131,094 miles
    Test number
    984570122268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,422 miles (+9,110)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    122,422 miles
    Test number
    786768410656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,312 miles (+9,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    113,312 miles
    Test number
    778664958992
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill's slightly corrdoed

  13. Pass104,165 miles (+8,410)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    104,165 miles
    Test number
    226708505045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,755 miles (+4,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    95,755 miles
    Test number
    259323604020
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  15. Pass91,195 miles (+7,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    91,195 miles
    Test number
    128678103497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass83,259 miles (+7,282)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    83,259 miles
    Test number
    935545451362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,977 miles (+7,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    75,977 miles
    Test number
    106654401472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass68,580 miles (+8,224)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    68,580 miles
    Test number
    414575900067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass60,356 miles (+1,483)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,356 miles
    Test number
    113162619017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass58,873 miles (+1,354)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    58,873 miles
    Test number
    464882478038
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low
    • NoteSlight play in n/s bottom ball joint
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  21. Pass57,519 miles (+1,482)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,519 miles
    Test number
    523821877014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,037 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    56,037 miles
    Test number
    362772376085
    • NoteFront tyres worn inner edge

Questions about T300 MER

Does T300 MER currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T300 MER expired on 13 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T300 MER?
The MOT on T300 MER expired on 13 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T300 MER done?
T300 MER was recorded at 176,279 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2023, an average of 6,804 miles a year.
Has T300 MER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T300 MER has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T300 MER 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 T300 MER find?
T300 MER passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2023 with 4 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan, and 1 more.

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