Mercedes

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 4,250 cc

T43 RJLMOT history

T43 RJL is a black diesel Mercedes first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2025 and it has passed 2 of 5 MOT tests, with 116,916 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Apr 2025
Mileage
116,916 km
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
5
2 passed · 3 failed
Per year
470 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T43 RJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
4,250 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T43 RJL was last recorded at 116,916 km on 17 Jun 2026, 1,712 km more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,204 km · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,712 km
Average per year
470 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,916 km
  • 2024 – 115,204 km
  • 2022 – 115,181 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,916 km
  • DangerousNearside Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks under front step red bare wires (4.11 (c) (iii))
  • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet wont open after pre checks (3.1 (c))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Body panel insecure panel behind entrance door hold on by cable ties (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Braking system leaking pipe going to chamber (1.1.3 (d))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wires wrapped around leaf spring

What MOT failures 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.

  • Air leak on door when closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

5 tests since 24 Aug 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,916 km1 dangerous10 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,916 km
    Test number
    638325439360
    • DangerousNearside Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks under front step red bare wires (4.11 (c) (iii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet wont open after pre checks (3.1 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Body panel insecure panel behind entrance door hold on by cable ties (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Braking system leaking pipe going to chamber (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wires wrapped around leaf spring

  2. Pass116,301 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    116,301 miles
    Test number
    239693205007
    • AdvisoryAir leak on door when closed

  3. Fail115,204 km (+23)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,204 km
    Test number
    255802490629
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAir leak on door when closed
    • AdvisoryDash board insecure

  4. Pass115,181 km (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,181 km
    Test number
    227782059194
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail115,123 km8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,123 km
    Test number
    956327555751
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outline marker lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Dipped Beam (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Questions about T43 RJL

Does T43 RJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T43 RJL expired on 9 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T43 RJL?
The MOT on T43 RJL expired on 9 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T43 RJL done?
T43 RJL was recorded at 116,916 km at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 470 km a year.
Has T43 RJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T43 RJL has failed 3 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T43 RJL 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 T43 RJL find?
T43 RJL failed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks under front step red bare wires; bonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet wont open after pre checks; horn not working, and 11 more.

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