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Mercedes-Benz 320

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 3,199 cc

V28 LJMMOT history

V28 LJM is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz 320 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 145,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
145,999 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V28 LJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
320
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V28 LJM was last recorded at 145,999 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 5,067 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,932 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,067 miles
Average per year
8,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,999 miles
  • 2025 – 140,932 miles
  • 2024 – 136,410 miles
  • 2023 – 129,812 miles
  • 2022 – 120,407 miles
  • 2021 – 112,794 miles
  • 2020 – 104,936 miles
  • 2019 – 98,212 miles
  • 2018 – 87,589 miles
  • 2017 – 81,367 miles
  • 2016 – 73,648 miles
  • 2015 – 64,869 miles
  • 2014 – 56,573 miles
  • 2013 – 40,314 miles
  • 2012 – 32,253 miles
  • 2011 – 20,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,999 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear exhaust silencers boxes removed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,999 miles (+5,067)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    145,999 miles
    Test number
    559601754004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass140,932 miles (+4,522)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    140,932 miles
    Test number
    784979899116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass136,410 miles (+6,598)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    136,410 miles
    Test number
    539588323486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass129,812 miles (+9,405)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    129,812 miles
    Test number
    384775471493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass120,407 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,407 miles
    Test number
    531422574416
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencers boxes removed

  6. Fail120,405 miles (+7,611)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,405 miles
    Test number
    544914534155
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencers boxes removed

  7. Pass112,794 miles (+7,858)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,794 miles
    Test number
    435105508098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,936 miles (+6,724)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,936 miles
    Test number
    507801574621
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencers boxes removed
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass98,212 miles (+10,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    98,212 miles
    Test number
    787506362925
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass87,589 miles (+6,222)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    87,589 miles
    Test number
    159295874921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,367 miles (+7,719)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    81,367 miles
    Test number
    593151508500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,648 miles
    Test number
    333704616933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,648 miles (+8,779)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,648 miles
    Test number
    112620849441
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass64,869 miles (+8,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,869 miles
    Test number
    922488219713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front thrust arm bush slight play
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass56,573 miles (+6,745)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,573 miles
    Test number
    736679704371
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass49,828 miles (+9,514)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,828 miles
    Test number
    588872194033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,314 miles (+8,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    40,314 miles
    Test number
    548742493051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass32,253 miles (+11,583)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    32,253 miles
    Test number
    195803892058
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass20,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,670 miles
    Test number
    967137871025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about V28 LJM

Does V28 LJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V28 LJM is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V28 LJM?
The MOT on V28 LJM is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V28 LJM done?
V28 LJM was recorded at 145,999 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 8,039 miles a year.
Has V28 LJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V28 LJM has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V28 LJM 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 V28 LJM find?
V28 LJM passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge of tread, and 1 more.

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