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Mercedes-Benz 312

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

T716 HOXMOT history

T716 HOX is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz 312 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 228,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2024
Mileage
228,086 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2023
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T716 HOX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
312
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T716 HOX was last recorded at 228,086 miles on 26 Jan 2023, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 May 2014: 170,690 miles, lower than 170,970 miles on 30 Apr 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
228,061 miles · 12 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
7,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 228,086 miles
  • 2022 – 227,811 miles
  • 2021 – 225,191 miles
  • 2020 – 218,601 miles
  • 2019 – 211,237 miles
  • 2018 – 205,399 miles
  • 2017 – 198,392 miles
  • 2016 – 189,134 miles
  • 2014 – 170,690 miles
  • 2013 – 162,514 miles
  • 2012 – 156,364 miles
  • 2011 – 149,789 miles
  • 2009 – 137,106 miles
  • 2007 – 116,581 miles
  • 2006 – 106,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,086 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,086 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    228,086 miles
    Test number
    166297308235
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail228,061 miles (+250)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,061 miles
    Test number
    340828303661
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail227,811 miles (+2,620)1 dangerous9 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,811 miles
    Test number
    636809659293
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

  4. Pass225,191 miles (+161)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    225,191 miles
    Test number
    491326118548
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail225,030 miles (+6,429)1 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,030 miles
    Test number
    803204535961
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass218,601 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    218,601 miles
    Test number
    526063078674
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake effort on limit

  7. Fail218,599 miles (+7,362)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,599 miles
    Test number
    169329480543
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake effort on limit

  8. Pass211,237 miles (+5,838)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    211,237 miles
    Test number
    759882689839
    • AdvisoryHandbrake close to end of travel
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes on abs unit rusty
    • AdvisoryNsf brake flexy starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOsr wheel damaged but ok
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOsf tyres worn in inner egde

  9. Pass205,399 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    205,399 miles
    Test number
    840058890040
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f side marker lamp not working
    • AdvisoryO/s interior door handle poor operation
    • AdvisoryO/s/r road wheel slight damage

  10. Fail205,396 miles (+7,004)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,396 miles
    Test number
    633186537174
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f side marker lamp not working
    • AdvisoryO/s interior door handle poor operation
    • AdvisoryO/s/r road wheel slight damage

  11. Pass198,392 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    198,392 miles
    Test number
    872062168763
    • AdvisoryGlow plug warning light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre low on tread
    • AdvisorySlight damage to n/s/f seatbelt

  12. Fail198,373 miles (+9,239)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,373 miles
    Test number
    868356878663
    • FailureOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre low on tread
    • AdvisorySlight damage/wear to n/s/f seatbel
    • AdvisoryVarious side marker lamps not working

  13. Pass189,134 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    189,134 miles
    Test number
    950612321463
    • AdvisoryFront chassis legs rusted in places
    • AdvisorySlight damage to n/s/f seatbelt webbing
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f anti roll bar link bush

  14. Fail189,133 miles5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,133 miles
    Test number
    402955785856
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront chassis legs rusted in places
    • AdvisorySlight damage to n/s/f seatbelt webbing
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f anti roll bar link bush

  15. PassMileage not read1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    219364505410
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s outer sill corroded/holed - outside prescribed area
    • NoteO/s/f & all n/s marker lights not working

  16. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    406183305172
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s outer sill corroded/holed - outside prescribed area
    • NoteO/s/f & all n/s marker lights not working

  17. Pass170,690 miles (-280)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    170,690 miles
    Test number
    836311424172
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail170,970 miles (+8,456)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,970 miles
    Test number
    978360124121
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass162,514 miles (+6,150)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    162,514 miles
    Test number
    368304873099
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass156,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    156,364 miles
    Test number
    157538482403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail156,364 miles (+6,575)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,364 miles
    Test number
    288768682038
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass149,789 miles (+2)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    149,789 miles
    Test number
    306201781006
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake disc poor condition
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack inner joint

  23. Fail149,787 miles (+12,681)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,787 miles
    Test number
    665635571024
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake disc poor condition
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack inner joint

  24. Pass137,106 miles (+9,785)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    137,106 miles
    Test number
    910422449360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass127,321 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    127,321 miles
    Test number
    483839709065
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail127,321 miles (+10,740)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,321 miles
    Test number
    131729209431
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass116,581 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    116,581 miles
    Test number
    584064947379
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f brake flexi hoses slightly perished
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f track rod end

  28. Fail116,581 miles (+10,459)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,581 miles
    Test number
    661194547320
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  29. Pass106,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    106,122 miles
    Test number
    451604756385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T716 HOX

Does T716 HOX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T716 HOX expired on 25 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T716 HOX?
The MOT on T716 HOX expired on 25 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T716 HOX done?
T716 HOX was recorded at 228,086 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2023, an average of 7,575 miles a year.
Has T716 HOX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T716 HOX has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T716 HOX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T716 HOX find?
T716 HOX passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: offside rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear exhaust mounting defective.

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