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Mercedes-Benz 312

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc

V2 BPLMOT history

V2 BPL is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 312 first used on 10 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 155,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2024
Mileage
155,446 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V2 BPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
312
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V2 BPL was last recorded at 155,446 miles on 11 Sept 2023, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,425 miles · 17 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
5,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,446 miles
  • 2022 – 154,801 miles
  • 2021 – 154,218 miles
  • 2019 – 151,595 miles
  • 2017 – 149,499 miles
  • 2016 – 146,158 miles
  • 2015 – 141,547 miles
  • 2014 – 134,572 miles
  • 2013 – 129,705 miles
  • 2012 – 123,428 miles
  • 2011 – 114,250 miles
  • 2010 – 104,863 miles
  • 2009 – 95,317 miles
  • 2008 – 85,418 miles
  • 2007 – 76,518 miles
  • 2006 – 66,425 miles
  • 2005 – 62,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,446 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery tray corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill damage (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier support corroded.poor condition.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective and leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2015

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,446 miles (+21)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    155,446 miles
    Test number
    985314788319
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery tray corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill damage (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail155,425 miles (+624)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,425 miles
    Test number
    206392386157
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due too exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe corroded and holed. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration 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 battery tray corroded, (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass154,801 miles (+583)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    154,801 miles
    Test number
    648210739233
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery compartment corroded. (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner discs corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass154,218 miles (+2,623)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    154,218 miles
    Test number
    681595126528
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier insecure battery holder corroded. (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass151,595 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    151,595 miles
    Test number
    455956746540
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier support corroded.poor condition. (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective and leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail151,595 miles (+2,096)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,595 miles
    Test number
    911485156349
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested brake pipe leaking. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier support corroded.poor condition. (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective and leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass149,499 miles (+3,341)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    149,499 miles
    Test number
    129685996184
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion battery tray corroded. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel slightly high.

  8. Pass146,158 miles (+4,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    146,158 miles
    Test number
    784831399334
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel slightly high

  9. Pass141,547 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    141,547 miles
    Test number
    618311897358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail141,533 miles (+6,961)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,533 miles
    Test number
    260201545320
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass134,572 miles (+4,867)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    134,572 miles
    Test number
    326152554218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass129,705 miles (+6,277)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    129,705 miles
    Test number
    678223153216
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth front brake flexis perrished
    • NoteBoth rear hub saels weeping
    • NoteNearside side marker light missing

  13. Pass123,428 miles (+9,178)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    123,428 miles
    Test number
    907924952249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    114,250 miles
    Test number
    936810251230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail114,250 miles (+9,387)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,250 miles
    Test number
    367870651218
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass104,863 miles (+9,546)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    104,863 miles
    Test number
    680947140272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,317 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    95,317 miles
    Test number
    262055649214
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear hubseals damp

  18. Fail95,317 miles (+9,899)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,317 miles
    Test number
    580245049276
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear hubseals damp

  19. Pass85,418 miles (+8,900)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    85,418 miles
    Test number
    944122448219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,518 miles (+10,093)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    76,518 miles
    Test number
    262502447215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,425 miles (+4,114)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    66,425 miles
    Test number
    550184546231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    62,311 miles
    Test number
    354362545401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,311 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,311 miles
    Test number
    811162545274
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about V2 BPL

Does V2 BPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V2 BPL expired on 10 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V2 BPL?
The MOT on V2 BPL expired on 10 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V2 BPL done?
V2 BPL was recorded at 155,446 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2023, an average of 5,165 miles a year.
Has V2 BPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V2 BPL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on V2 BPL 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 V2 BPL find?
V2 BPL passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier battery tray corroded; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 5 more.

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