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Mercedes-Benz 300

Green · Petrol · 1991 · 2,962 cc

VGS 447MOT history

VGS 447 is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 1 Jan 1991. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 129,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2026
Mileage
129,470 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VGS 447
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
1 Jan 1991
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

VGS 447 was last recorded at 129,470 miles on 10 Oct 2025, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,438 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
3,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,470 miles
  • 2024 – 129,438 miles
  • 2022 – 126,792 miles
  • 2021 – 124,069 miles
  • 2020 – 123,962 miles
  • 2019 – 121,553 miles
  • 2018 – 121,139 miles
  • 2017 – 120,335 miles
  • 2016 – 117,876 miles
  • 2015 – 113,548 miles
  • 2014 – 111,441 miles
  • 2013 – 109,570 miles
  • 2012 – 107,648 miles
  • 2011 – 99,931 miles
  • 2010 – 91,691 miles
  • 2009 – 84,727 miles
  • 2008 – 79,272 miles
  • 2007 – 72,706 miles
  • 2006 – 66,937 miles
  • 2005 – 59,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,470 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Coil spring corroded both side

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both side

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,470 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,470 miles
    Test number
    169137741469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,438 miles (+2,646)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    129,438 miles
    Test number
    710638100620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,792 miles (+2,723)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    126,792 miles
    Test number
    228783436247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,069 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    124,069 miles
    Test number
    770827298769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Fail124,069 miles (+107)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,069 miles
    Test number
    181271662716
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass123,962 miles (+2,409)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    123,962 miles
    Test number
    340179701622
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Pass121,553 miles (+414)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,553 miles
    Test number
    223692383284
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass121,139 miles (+804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    121,139 miles
    Test number
    131386682877
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass120,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    120,335 miles
    Test number
    769535400780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,335 miles (+2,459)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,335 miles
    Test number
    119356558524
    • FailureCentral Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass117,876 miles (+4,328)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    117,876 miles
    Test number
    996252566424
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  12. Pass113,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    113,548 miles
    Test number
    736494845284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail113,548 miles (+2,107)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,548 miles
    Test number
    488304445291
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass111,441 miles (+1,871)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    111,441 miles
    Test number
    537897824214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass109,570 miles (+1,922)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    109,570 miles
    Test number
    625557323233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass107,648 miles (+7,717)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    107,648 miles
    Test number
    905743532260
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass99,931 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    99,931 miles
    Test number
    305055431499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail99,924 miles (+8,233)3 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,924 miles
    Test number
    129204631248
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass91,691 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,691 miles
    Test number
    881038730226
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail91,691 miles (+6,964)4 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,691 miles
    Test number
    673867730296
    • DangerousInner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • DangerousWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass84,727 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    84,727 miles
    Test number
    542807339234
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight leak from rear diff

  22. Fail84,721 miles (+5,449)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,721 miles
    Test number
    514606539278
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight leak from rear diff

  23. Pass79,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    79,272 miles
    Test number
    991981748231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail79,268 miles (+6,562)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,268 miles
    Test number
    982811848212
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass72,706 miles (+5,769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    72,706 miles
    Test number
    770143437297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass66,937 miles (+7,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    66,937 miles
    Test number
    374812946451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass59,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    59,866 miles
    Test number
    162286435210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail59,866 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,866 miles
    Test number
    393146635248
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Questions about VGS 447

What vehicle is registration VGS 447 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VGS 447 on a green petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 1 Jan 1991. 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 VGS 447 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on VGS 447 expired on 9 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on VGS 447?
The MOT on VGS 447 expired on 9 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has VGS 447 done?
VGS 447 was recorded at 129,470 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2025, an average of 3,458 miles a year.
Has VGS 447 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VGS 447 has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on VGS 447 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 VGS 447 find?
VGS 447 passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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