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Mercedes-Benz 560

Silver · Petrol · 1989 · 5,547 cc

TAD 3MOT history

TAD 3 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 560 first used on 29 Mar 1989. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 142,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
142,520 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TAD 3
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
560
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,547 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
29 Mar 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TAD 3 was last recorded at 142,520 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,148 miles · 12 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
372 miles
Average per year
2,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,520 miles
  • 2020 – 142,148 miles
  • 2019 – 141,317 miles
  • 2018 – 139,893 miles
  • 2015 – 139,487 miles
  • 2014 – 134,273 miles
  • 2013 – 132,250 miles
  • 2012 – 131,572 miles
  • 2011 – 120,853 miles
  • 2010 – 114,558 miles
  • 2008 – 103,276 miles
  • 2007 – 97,448 miles
  • 2006 – 93,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,520 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,520 miles (+372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    142,520 miles
    Test number
    400496503043
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass142,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    142,148 miles
    Test number
    720322755434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail142,148 miles (+831)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,148 miles
    Test number
    919964708328
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass141,317 miles (+1,424)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    141,317 miles
    Test number
    907854494574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass139,893 miles (+406)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,893 miles
    Test number
    827852808178
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all started (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail139,487 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,487 miles
    Test number
    389718675109
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  7. Pass139,487 miles (+5,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    139,487 miles
    Test number
    517878875196
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Fail134,273 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,273 miles
    Test number
    159891284191
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass134,273 miles (+2,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    134,273 miles
    Test number
    507891784197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass132,250 miles (+678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    132,250 miles
    Test number
    126269173111
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass131,572 miles (+10,719)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    131,572 miles
    Test number
    228551382187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass120,853 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    120,853 miles
    Test number
    508231371165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail120,813 miles (+6,255)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,813 miles
    Test number
    917723351121
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/S/F Fog lamp broken.
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on inner edge.

  14. Pass114,558 miles (+11,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    114,558 miles
    Test number
    600358650155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass103,276 miles (+5,828)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    103,276 miles
    Test number
    212281868178
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/S wiper blade slightly worn!!!

  16. Pass97,448 miles (+4,006)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    97,448 miles
    Test number
    241428757181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,442 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    93,442 miles
    Test number
    304592576166
    • NoteNearside & offside outer cill covers fitted

Questions about TAD 3

What vehicle is registration TAD 3 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TAD 3 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 560 first used on 29 Mar 1989. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TAD 3 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TAD 3 is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on TAD 3?
The MOT on TAD 3 is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TAD 3 done?
TAD 3 was recorded at 142,520 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 2,433 miles a year.
Has TAD 3 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TAD 3 has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on TAD 3 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 TAD 3 find?
TAD 3 passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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