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Mercedes-Benz 308 D

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,299 cc

T651 DNHMOT history

T651 DNH is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 308 D first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 304,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
304,744 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T651 DNH
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 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T651 DNH was last recorded at 304,744 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Jul 2006: 237,949 miles, lower than 904,551 miles on 24 Jul 2006.

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
304,114 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 304,744 miles
  • 2024 – 304,114 miles
  • 2023 – 302,601 miles
  • 2022 – 301,560 miles
  • 2021 – 299,094 miles
  • 2020 – 298,069 miles
  • 2019 – 297,765 miles
  • 2018 – 297,198 miles
  • 2017 – 295,958 miles
  • 2016 – 295,178 miles
  • 2015 – 294,813 miles
  • 2014 – 294,072 miles
  • 2008 – 293,520 miles
  • 2007 – 279,326 miles
  • 2006 – 237,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass304,744 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBoth front chassis rails corroded
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
  • AdvisoryRear door step mounting heavily corroded

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass304,744 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    304,744 miles
    Test number
    415040968988
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis rails corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear door step mounting heavily corroded
  2. Fail304,744 miles (+630)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    304,744 miles
    Test number
    315013302099
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis rails corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear door step mounting heavily corroded
  3. Pass304,114 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    304,114 miles
    Test number
    893416310933
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has age related corrosion and holes to underside
  4. Fail304,114 miles (+152)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    304,114 miles
    Test number
    682623476053
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has age related corrosion and holes to underside
  5. Fail303,962 miles (+1,361)10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    303,962 miles
    Test number
    275327291343
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive not mot excessive but bad (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake reserve travel
    • AdvisoryVehicle has major age related corrosion/holes to underside
  6. Pass302,601 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    302,601 miles
    Test number
    443481963567
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has age related corrosion and holes to the underside and body
  7. Fail302,585 miles (+1,025)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    302,585 miles
    Test number
    684297068011
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged tyre rubbing brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has age related corrosion/repairs and holes to underside and body
  8. Pass301,560 miles (+31)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    301,560 miles
    Test number
    655016379200
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail301,529 miles (+2,435)1 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    301,529 miles
    Test number
    876978928802
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake cable damaged part of parking brake (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury door bottom (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury door bottom (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225 70 15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass299,094 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    299,094 miles
    Test number
    361432661677
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear step fixing mount corroded/holed, step still secure
  11. Fail299,094 miles (+1,025)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    299,094 miles
    Test number
    530723514529
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear step fixing mount corroded/holed, step still secure
  12. Pass298,069 miles (+304)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    298,069 miles
    Test number
    831496783269
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  13. Pass297,765 miles (+567)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    297,765 miles
    Test number
    762946454221
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front step corroded/holed,step secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded/holed
  14. Pass297,198 miles (+491)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    297,198 miles
    Test number
    982198555275
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded/holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside under step area corroded/holed but step secure
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s door bottom's insecure (corroded)
  15. Fail296,707 miles (+749)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    296,707 miles
    Test number
    847165309643
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/floor marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  16. Pass295,958 miles (+780)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    295,958 miles
    Test number
    423616050175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer and under sill area holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer and under sill area holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  17. Pass295,178 miles (+365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    295,178 miles
    Test number
    727493577159
    • AdvisoryBATTERY LOOSE
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s side paneling rusted and holed
  18. Pass294,813 miles (+741)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    294,813 miles
    Test number
    187712668512
    • AdvisoryNearside inner rack joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside outer paneling rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside outer paneling rusted
  19. Pass294,072 miles (+14)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    294,072 miles
    Test number
    515343454226
    • NoteO/s and n/s outerand under panelling badly rusted and holed but no sharp egdes at time of time !
    • NoteSlight bind on n/s/r brake
  20. Fail294,058 miles (+538)19 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    294,058 miles
    Test number
    777373694047
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  21. Pass293,520 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    293,520 miles
    Test number
    754769128283
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  22. Fail293,501 miles (+14,175)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,501 miles
    Test number
    863021928205
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  23. Pass279,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    279,326 miles
    Test number
    371080597129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail279,326 miles (+41,377)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,326 miles
    Test number
    960720797122
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  25. Pass237,949 miles (-666,602)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    237,949 miles
    Test number
    300962116220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail904,551 miles9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    904,551 miles
    Test number
    832635406269
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about T651 DNH

Does T651 DNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T651 DNH is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T651 DNH?
The MOT on T651 DNH is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T651 DNH done?
T651 DNH was recorded at 304,744 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025.
Has T651 DNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T651 DNH has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T651 DNH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Jul 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T651 DNH find?
T651 DNH passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 10 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle silencer; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking, and 7 more.

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