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Mercedes-Benz 312

White and Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,874 cc

V661 HKYMOT history

V661 HKY is a white and blue diesel Mercedes-Benz 312 first used on 14 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 222,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
222,310 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V661 HKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
312
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V661 HKY was last recorded at 222,310 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 May 2016: 202,196 miles, lower than 202,230 miles on 27 Apr 2016.

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
221,393 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
917 miles
Average per year
5,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,310 miles
  • 2025 – 221,393 miles
  • 2024 – 220,970 miles
  • 2023 – 218,635 miles
  • 2021 – 213,993 miles
  • 2020 – 210,531 miles
  • 2019 – 208,669 miles
  • 2018 – 204,758 miles
  • 2017 – 203,446 miles
  • 2016 – 202,196 miles
  • 2015 – 198,731 miles
  • 2014 – 194,279 miles
  • 2013 – 187,823 miles
  • 2012 – 180,377 miles
  • 2011 – 173,771 miles
  • 2010 – 166,609 miles
  • 2009 – 161,660 miles
  • 2008 – 144,902 miles
  • 2006 – 126,915 miles
  • 2005 – 108,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,310 miles
  • AdvisoryALL REPAIRS COVERED IN UNDERSEAL
  • AdvisoryCORROSION AROUND BODY NOT PRESCRIBED AREAS
  • AdvisoryGENERAL OIL LEAKS
  • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSION VARIOUS STEERING AND SUSPENSION AND BRAKE PARTS BUT STILL O/K

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.

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front chassis members

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis members

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,310 miles (+917)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    222,310 miles
    Test number
    483890662444
    • AdvisoryALL REPAIRS COVERED IN UNDERSEAL
    • AdvisoryCORROSION AROUND BODY NOT PRESCRIBED AREAS
    • AdvisoryGENERAL OIL LEAKS
    • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSION VARIOUS STEERING AND SUSPENSION AND BRAKE PARTS BUT STILL O/K
  2. Pass221,393 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    221,393 miles
    Test number
    878870247708
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All d type bushs worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail221,393 miles (+423)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,393 miles
    Test number
    807336173101
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All d type bushs worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass220,970 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    220,970 miles
    Test number
    150934027678
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All chassis members corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both inner sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Fail220,970 miles (+2,335)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,970 miles
    Test number
    514538122003
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All chassis members corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both inner sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass218,635 miles (+31)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    218,635 miles
    Test number
    868621348488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front chassis members (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis members (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Fail218,604 miles (+4,611)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,604 miles
    Test number
    416407096290
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front chassis members (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis members (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Pass213,993 miles (+27)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    213,993 miles
    Test number
    538055485676
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH FRONT CHASSIS MEMBERS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR CHASSIS MEMBERS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Fail213,966 miles (+3,435)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,966 miles
    Test number
    451702842766
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outline marker lamp not working MIDDLE (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength BOTH REAR CHASSIS MEMBERS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH FRONT CHASSIS MEMBERS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR CHASSIS MEMBERS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Pass210,531 miles (+1,862)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    210,531 miles
    Test number
    912329872722
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass208,669 miles (+3,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    208,669 miles
    Test number
    631579316700
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass204,758 miles (+1,312)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    204,758 miles
    Test number
    908217399394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass203,446 miles (+1,250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    203,446 miles
    Test number
    294559719575
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion In various areas (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arches (2.4.A.3)
  14. Pass202,196 miles (-34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    202,196 miles
    Test number
    757785689590
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight mist rear axle
    • AdvisorySlight play in both bottom ball joints
  15. Fail202,230 miles (+3,499)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,230 miles
    Test number
    442339886108
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe to centre box corroded and holed (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play steering rack end joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre outer wall by bead
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished between tread blocks
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Pass198,731 miles (+10)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    198,731 miles
    Test number
    615166105113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear brake back plates corroded away and slight oil leak n/s/r
    • NoteExhaust corroded and securing clamp broken
    • NoteN/s mirror glass cracked
  17. Fail198,721 miles (+4,442)3 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,721 miles
    Test number
    377005105187
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth rear brake back plates corroded away and slight oil leak n/s/r
    • NoteExhaust corroded and securing clamp broken
    • NoteN/s mirror glass cracked
  18. Pass194,279 miles (+6,456)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    194,279 miles
    Test number
    535851804166
    • NoteCoolant leak
  19. Pass187,823 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    187,823 miles
    Test number
    376686903116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak around n/s rear brake back plate but not affecting pads / disc.
  20. Fail187,823 miles (+7,446)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,823 miles
    Test number
    415366403141
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak around n/s rear brake back plate but not affecting pads / disc.
  21. Pass180,377 miles (+6,606)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    180,377 miles
    Test number
    659551512188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear axle brake back plates pieces missing / corroded
    • NoteSlight oil stains around n/s/r brake backplate
  22. Pass173,771 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    173,771 miles
    Test number
    726406501153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail173,743 miles (+7,134)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,743 miles
    Test number
    476074701136
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass166,609 miles (+4,949)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    166,609 miles
    Test number
    640915600191
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from nearside rear axle/backplate
  25. Pass161,660 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    161,660 miles
    Test number
    540096399023
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  26. Fail161,620 miles (+16,718)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,620 miles
    Test number
    523609989030
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  27. Pass144,902 miles (+17,987)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    144,902 miles
    Test number
    431952208068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass126,915 miles (+17,972)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    126,915 miles
    Test number
    750152156323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass108,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    108,943 miles
    Test number
    104825155322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V661 HKY

Does V661 HKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V661 HKY is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V661 HKY?
The MOT on V661 HKY is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V661 HKY done?
V661 HKY was recorded at 222,310 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 5,595 miles a year.
Has V661 HKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V661 HKY has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V661 HKY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V661 HKY find?
V661 HKY passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: all repairs covered in underseal; corrosion around body not prescribed areas; general oil leaks, and 1 more.

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