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Mercedes-Benz 208 D

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,300 cc

V697 NRHMOT history

V697 NRH is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 208 D first used on 10 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 146,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
146,845 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V697 NRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
208 D
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,300 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V697 NRH was last recorded at 146,845 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 4,343 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,502 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,343 miles
Average per year
4,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,845 miles
  • 2025 – 142,502 miles
  • 2024 – 138,069 miles
  • 2023 – 135,037 miles
  • 2022 – 132,036 miles
  • 2021 – 128,387 miles
  • 2020 – 124,655 miles
  • 2019 – 122,781 miles
  • 2018 – 122,164 miles
  • 2017 – 119,122 miles
  • 2016 – 116,625 miles
  • 2015 – 109,877 miles
  • 2014 – 104,599 miles
  • 2013 – 89,399 miles
  • 2012 – 80,225 miles
  • 2011 – 77,857 miles
  • 2010 – 74,939 miles
  • 2009 – 70,328 miles
  • 2007 – 64,097 miles
  • 2006 – 58,759 miles
  • 2005 – 51,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,845 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • All Four Brake Discs Heavily Rusted But Serviable

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Diff Oil Leaking At Offside Rear Backplate Area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,845 miles (+4,343)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    146,845 miles
    Test number
    389047885549
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass142,502 miles (+4,433)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    142,502 miles
    Test number
    140997957005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  3. Pass138,069 miles (+3,032)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    445619855436
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass135,037 miles (+3,001)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    135,037 miles
    Test number
    734310730105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass132,036 miles (+3,649)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    132,036 miles
    Test number
    566061704966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass128,387 miles (+3,732)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    128,387 miles
    Test number
    984212351218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  7. Pass124,655 miles (+1,874)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    124,655 miles
    Test number
    483080878888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,781 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,781 miles
    Test number
    731014837031
    • AdvisoryAll Four Brake Discs Heavily Rusted But Serviable
  9. Fail122,781 miles (+617)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,781 miles
    Test number
    253931385203
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired Load Valve Link Broken And Detached (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake pivot has restricted free movement Brake Valve Actuator Pivot Siezed (1.1.15 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll Four Brake Discs Heavily Rusted But Serviable
  10. Pass122,164 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    122,164 miles
    Test number
    411749765299
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Diff Oil Leaking At Offside Rear Backplate Area
  11. Fail122,164 miles (+3,042)1 dangerous11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,164 miles
    Test number
    986976342400
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Wheel Arch Area (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high Full Beam (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired Linkage Broken (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Inner Sill Panel (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Showing White Light To Front (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Chassis Leg (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Diff Oil Leaking At Offside Rear Backplate Area
  12. Pass119,122 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    119,122 miles
    Test number
    337823432429
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
  13. Fail119,090 miles (+2,465)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,090 miles
    Test number
    605234249647
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized and linkage broken (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
  14. Pass116,625 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    116,625 miles
    Test number
    490114075180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail116,622 miles (+6,745)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,622 miles
    Test number
    265597165181
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  16. Pass109,877 miles (+5,278)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    109,877 miles
    Test number
    908160435024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,599 miles (+15,200)11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    104,599 miles
    Test number
    189018724479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass89,399 miles (+9,174)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    89,399 miles
    Test number
    456676513012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass80,225 miles (+2,368)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    80,225 miles
    Test number
    636840822038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    77,857 miles
    Test number
    368872711038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail77,854 miles (+2,915)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,854 miles
    Test number
    636692411039
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  22. Pass74,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    74,939 miles
    Test number
    941590820013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail74,937 miles (+4,609)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,937 miles
    Test number
    120190720073
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  24. Pass70,328 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,328 miles
    Test number
    374637319052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  25. Fail70,326 miles (+6,229)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,326 miles
    Test number
    644295219042
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  26. Pass64,097 miles (+5,338)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    64,097 miles
    Test number
    813349337328
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  27. Pass58,759 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    58,759 miles
    Test number
    384445756321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail58,756 miles (+7,732)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,756 miles
    Test number
    722456646349
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  29. Pass51,024 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    51,024 miles
    Test number
    880950245384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about V697 NRH

Does V697 NRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V697 NRH is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V697 NRH?
The MOT on V697 NRH is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V697 NRH done?
V697 NRH was recorded at 146,845 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 4,716 miles a year.
Has V697 NRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V697 NRH has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on V697 NRH 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 V697 NRH find?
V697 NRH passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; oil leak, but not excessive.

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