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Mercedes-Benz 312

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T304 FWLMOT history

T304 FWL is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz 312 first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 207,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2023
Mileage
207,644 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T304 FWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
312
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T304 FWL was last recorded at 207,644 miles on 14 Apr 2022, 1,331 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jul 2014: 198,880 miles, lower than 198,895 miles on 4 Jul 2014.

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
206,313 miles · 8 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,331 miles
Average per year
1,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 207,644 miles
  • 2021 – 206,313 miles
  • 2019 – 204,217 miles
  • 2018 – 201,732 miles
  • 2017 – 200,141 miles
  • 2015 – 199,349 miles
  • 2014 – 198,880 miles
  • 2013 – 198,498 miles
  • 2011 – 197,719 miles
  • 2010 – 193,738 miles
  • 2009 – 190,657 miles
  • 2008 – 186,253 miles
  • 2006 – 185,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,644 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,644 miles (+1,331)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    207,644 miles
    Test number
    768374549988
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  2. Pass206,313 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    206,313 miles
    Test number
    870456334208
    • AdvisoryBody sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Indicator lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail206,313 miles (+2,096)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,313 miles
    Test number
    381655004129
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBody sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Indicator lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass204,217 miles (+28)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    204,217 miles
    Test number
    367187397252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill Corroded And Holed
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Battery Tray Corroded/ Holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail204,189 miles (+2,457)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,189 miles
    Test number
    452958935329
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill Corroded And Holed
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Battery Tray Corroded/ Holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass201,732 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    201,732 miles
    Test number
    589179126985
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle pinion seal leaking

  7. Fail201,732 miles (+1,591)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,732 miles
    Test number
    380987575185
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle pinion seal leaking

  8. Pass200,141 miles (+23)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    200,141 miles
    Test number
    845578682481
    • AdvisoryBoth body sills corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail200,118 miles (+769)7 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,118 miles
    Test number
    599471086487
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer body sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer body sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth body sills corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass199,349 miles (+14)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    199,349 miles
    Test number
    577015052471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner track rod ball joint has slight wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have age related side wall cracks
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded & holed

  11. Fail199,335 miles (+455)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,335 miles
    Test number
    238620315202
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have age related cracks
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroded and holed

  12. Pass198,880 miles (-15)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    198,880 miles
    Test number
    166719984184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail198,895 miles (+397)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,895 miles
    Test number
    436615284131
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  14. Pass198,498 miles (+779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    198,498 miles
    Test number
    579138803008
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass197,719 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    197,719 miles
    Test number
    728626621129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail197,688 miles (+3,950)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,688 miles
    Test number
    139808411108
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  17. Pass193,738 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    193,738 miles
    Test number
    191972600197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail193,721 miles (+3,064)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,721 miles
    Test number
    171998370481
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass190,657 miles (+4,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    190,657 miles
    Test number
    164268579460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass186,253 miles (+1,097)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    186,253 miles
    Test number
    440782318036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass185,156 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    185,156 miles
    Test number
    792698466285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T304 FWL

Does T304 FWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T304 FWL expired on 13 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T304 FWL?
The MOT on T304 FWL expired on 13 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T304 FWL done?
T304 FWL was recorded at 207,644 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2022, an average of 1,446 miles a year.
Has T304 FWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T304 FWL has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on T304 FWL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T304 FWL find?
T304 FWL passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2022 with 6 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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