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Mercedes-Benz 308 D

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,299 cc

T478 RTOMOT history

T478 RTO is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 308 D first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 75,145 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2026
Mileage
75,145 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T478 RTO
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
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T478 RTO was last recorded at 75,145 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,137 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,145 miles
  • 2024 – 72,275 miles
  • 2023 – 69,515 miles
  • 2022 – 68,193 miles
  • 2021 – 67,233 miles
  • 2019 – 65,075 miles
  • 2018 – 63,043 miles
  • 2017 – 62,026 miles
  • 2016 – 59,464 miles
  • 2015 – 56,622 miles
  • 2014 – 54,944 miles
  • 2013 – 50,333 miles
  • 2012 – 47,087 miles
  • 2011 – 45,004 miles
  • 2010 – 41,285 miles
  • 2009 – 39,554 miles
  • 2008 – 37,089 miles
  • 2007 – 33,864 miles
  • 2006 – 31,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,145 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,145 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    75,145 miles
    Test number
    396839679318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail75,137 miles (+2,862)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,137 miles
    Test number
    141465282788
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and offside rear rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/drop sill next to rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill next to front spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear outer sill next to rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/drop sill next to rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,275 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    72,275 miles
    Test number
    487414646176
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail72,275 miles (+2,760)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,275 miles
    Test number
    942031787027
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/70/15c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill.(Marked in yellow chalk.) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass69,515 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    69,515 miles
    Test number
    431442852887
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail69,515 miles (+1,322)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,515 miles
    Test number
    778142865219
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill. Marked in YELLOW. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass68,193 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    68,193 miles
    Test number
    358085221532
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail68,191 miles (+958)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,191 miles
    Test number
    982710867572
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Marked in YELLOW. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass67,233 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    67,233 miles
    Test number
    715217853834
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail67,225 miles (+2,150)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,225 miles
    Test number
    832278497873
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer Sill Holed Yellow Chalked. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass65,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,075 miles
    Test number
    778231737580
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail65,075 miles (+2,032)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,075 miles
    Test number
    634636216177
    • MajorNearside Fuel hose leaking Fuel hose from fuel filter. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill/step. Marked in YELLOW. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass63,043 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,043 miles
    Test number
    281040563496
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Fail63,043 miles (+1,017)3 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,043 miles
    Test number
    801727072734
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel Tyre deflated. (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released Both stop lights. (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill. Marked in YELLOW. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill. Marked in YELLOW. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected Front position lights come on when brake pedal pressed. (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass62,026 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,026 miles
    Test number
    319034130763
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres worn on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill starting to rust slightly.
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySlight scratch's on windscreen.

  16. Fail62,026 miles (+2,562)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,026 miles
    Test number
    984267890793
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres worn on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill starting to rust slightly.
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySlight scratch's on windscreen.

  17. Pass59,464 miles (+2,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,464 miles
    Test number
    339088229318
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to wear on inner edges. 225/70-15C.
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.

  18. Fail56,622 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,622 miles
    Test number
    877414855034
    • Repaired at testNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside rear lens cracked but no white light.
    • NoteRear exhaust tail pipe corroded.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass56,622 miles (+1,678)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,622 miles
    Test number
    929194555072
    • NoteNearside rear lens cracked but no white light.
    • NoteRear exhaust tail pipe corroded.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass54,944 miles (+4,611)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,944 miles
    Test number
    149056364468
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass50,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    50,333 miles
    Test number
    778444843090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    186394543067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,087 miles (+2,083)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    47,087 miles
    Test number
    856841642060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,004 miles (+3,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,004 miles
    Test number
    167206251002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass41,285 miles (+1,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,285 miles
    Test number
    850649380038
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  26. Pass39,554 miles (+2,465)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,554 miles
    Test number
    434147479018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,089 miles (+3,225)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    37,089 miles
    Test number
    223932078064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,864 miles (+2,329)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,864 miles
    Test number
    164034577063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,535 miles
    Test number
    511670196002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T478 RTO

Does T478 RTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T478 RTO is valid until 14 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T478 RTO?
The MOT on T478 RTO is valid until 14 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T478 RTO done?
T478 RTO was recorded at 75,145 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 2,232 miles a year.
Has T478 RTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T478 RTO has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T478 RTO 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 T478 RTO find?
T478 RTO passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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