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Mercedes-Benz 308 D

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,299 cc

T421 SCBMOT history

T421 SCB is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 308 D first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 241,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
241,344 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T421 SCB
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
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T421 SCB was last recorded at 241,344 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 3,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2010: 5,619 miles, lower than 162,519 miles on 18 Jun 2009.

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
238,194 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,150 miles
Average per year
4,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 241,344 miles
  • 2025 – 238,194 miles
  • 2024 – 235,067 miles
  • 2023 – 234,246 miles
  • 2022 – 230,030 miles
  • 2021 – 230,007 miles
  • 2020 – 224,284 miles
  • 2019 – 215,600 miles
  • 2018 – 209,460 miles
  • 2017 – 201,462 miles
  • 2016 – 196,803 miles
  • 2015 – 188,531 miles
  • 2014 – 180,996 miles
  • 2013 – 174,809 miles
  • 2012 – 168,745 miles
  • 2011 – 8,880 miles
  • 2010 – 5,619 miles
  • 2009 – 162,519 miles
  • 2008 – 160,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,344 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Offside cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Drivers inner step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis around inner spring hangers - previous weld repairs noted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • General corrosion around vehicle.

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Both front tyres deteriorating.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front to rear brake pipes corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass241,344 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    241,344 miles
    Test number
    128762582788
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Offside cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Drivers inner step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis around inner spring hangers - previous weld repairs noted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail241,344 miles (+3,150)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,344 miles
    Test number
    585887672482
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Offside cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Drivers inner step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis around inner spring hangers - previous weld repairs noted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass238,194 miles (+3,127)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    238,194 miles
    Test number
    640120171000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass235,067 miles (+821)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    235,067 miles
    Test number
    200866166407
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass234,246 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    234,246 miles
    Test number
    491101257716
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle.

  6. Fail234,226 miles (+4,196)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,226 miles
    Test number
    996522027970
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear leaf spring,rear mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear leaf spring, rear mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle.

  7. Pass230,030 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    230,030 miles
    Test number
    115871944970
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail230,007 miles (+5,723)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,007 miles
    Test number
    126990776562
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear spring mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear spring mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Upper shock absorber mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass224,284 miles (+322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    224,284 miles
    Test number
    436998099713
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s and o/s rear chassis rails corroded near rear leaf spring mountings. Area double skinned.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail223,962 miles (+8,362)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,962 miles
    Test number
    810752066210
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Top shock absorber mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s and o/s rear chassis rails corroded near rear leaf spring mountings. Area double skinned.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass215,600 miles (+6,140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    215,600 miles
    Test number
    952632398841
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass209,460 miles (+7,998)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    209,460 miles
    Test number
    452384512008
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass201,462 miles (+106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    201,462 miles
    Test number
    749812358355
    • AdvisoryFront tyres deteriorating
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle

  14. Fail201,356 miles (+4,553)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,356 miles
    Test number
    218370561526
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres deteriorating
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle

  15. Pass196,803 miles (+244)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    196,803 miles
    Test number
    754732065254
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryN/s step holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake imbalance just within limits
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember holed and corroded various

  16. Fail196,559 miles (+8,028)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,559 miles
    Test number
    972438937619
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven 53% n/s low (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryN/s step holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryProp shaft rear flange insecure
    • AdvisoryRear cross member holed and corroded various

  17. Pass188,531 miles (+376)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    188,531 miles
    Test number
    875171905216
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn low

  18. Fail188,155 miles (+7,159)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,155 miles
    Test number
    525534595108
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn low

  19. Pass180,996 miles (+6,187)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    180,996 miles
    Test number
    687020794180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass174,809 miles (+80)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    174,809 miles
    Test number
    968733463193
    • NoteN/S/R INNER ARCH HOLE/CORRODED

  21. Fail174,729 miles (+5,984)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,729 miles
    Test number
    938821263163
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/S/R INNER ARCH HOLE/CORRODED

  22. Pass168,745 miles (+159,865)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    168,745 miles
    Test number
    977194382129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,880 miles (+3,261)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    8,880 miles
    Test number
    119603691185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass5,619 miles (-156,900)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    5,619 miles
    Test number
    660368080182
    • NotePLAY IN FRONT ROLL BAR DROP LINK BUSHS
    • NotePLAY IN REAR ROLL BAR MOUNT BUSHS

  25. Pass162,519 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    162,519 miles
    Test number
    262089469455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass160,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    160,250 miles
    Test number
    753263398105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T421 SCB

Does T421 SCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T421 SCB is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T421 SCB?
The MOT on T421 SCB is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T421 SCB done?
T421 SCB was recorded at 241,344 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 4,496 miles a year.
Has T421 SCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T421 SCB has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T421 SCB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jul 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T421 SCB find?
T421 SCB passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view offside cracked; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 5 more.

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