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Mercedes-Benz 300

Red · Petrol · 1986 · 3,000 cc

YPM 797MOT history

YPM 797 is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 14 Feb 1986. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 129,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
129,034 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YPM 797
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
300
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1986
First used
14 Feb 1986
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

YPM 797 was last recorded at 129,034 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 211 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jun 2011: 117,295 miles, lower than 117,297 miles on 27 May 2011.

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
128,823 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
211 miles
Average per year
1,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,034 miles
  • 2024 – 128,823 miles
  • 2023 – 128,777 miles
  • 2022 – 127,847 miles
  • 2021 – 126,919 miles
  • 2020 – 126,300 miles
  • 2019 – 125,699 miles
  • 2018 – 124,891 miles
  • 2017 – 124,583 miles
  • 2016 – 124,187 miles
  • 2015 – 123,614 miles
  • 2014 – 122,453 miles
  • 2013 – 121,680 miles
  • 2012 – 120,142 miles
  • 2011 – 117,295 miles
  • 2010 – 113,540 miles
  • 2009 – 109,683 miles
  • 2008 – 106,944 miles
  • 2007 – 103,066 miles
  • 2006 – 99,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,034 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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,034 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    129,034 miles
    Test number
    295649417108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass128,823 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    128,823 miles
    Test number
    269356179156
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail128,819 miles (+42)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,819 miles
    Test number
    655268069663
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass128,777 miles (+930)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    128,777 miles
    Test number
    632910042065
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass127,847 miles (+928)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    127,847 miles
    Test number
    523175445417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,919 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    126,919 miles
    Test number
    193944648277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,300 miles (+601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,300 miles
    Test number
    268885889833
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass125,699 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    125,699 miles
    Test number
    588270699486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass124,891 miles (+308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    124,891 miles
    Test number
    929626042000
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass124,583 miles (+396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    124,583 miles
    Test number
    718657509905
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on nearside outer sill panel

  11. Pass124,187 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    124,187 miles
    Test number
    562357144267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail124,185 miles (+8)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,185 miles
    Test number
    629933731128
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Anti roll bar (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Anti roll bar (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Anti roll bar (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail124,177 miles (+563)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,177 miles
    Test number
    922176120413
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis rail/inner wing (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass123,614 miles (+1,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    123,614 miles
    Test number
    898298045104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass122,453 miles (+773)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    122,453 miles
    Test number
    807575034188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass121,680 miles (+3)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    121,680 miles
    Test number
    176385753195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth outer seals corriored
    • NoteCorrosion on under side of car
    • NoteSlight play in steering box

  17. Fail121,677 miles (+1,535)3 failures8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,677 miles
    Test number
    757343643114
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth outer seals corriored
    • NoteCorrosion on under side of car
    • NoteN/s/f jacking point corriored but not within 30cm of any stuctual point
    • NoteSlight play in steering box

  18. Pass120,142 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    120,142 miles
    Test number
    748575842194
    • NoteABS pump slightly loose on one mount, however slight secure at present time off test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSigns of corrosion all under the vehicle
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front wheel

  19. Fail120,142 miles (+2,847)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,142 miles
    Test number
    736933042113
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteABS pump slightly loose on one mount, however slight secure at present time off test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSigns of corrosion all under the vehicle
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front wheel

  20. Pass117,295 miles (-2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    117,295 miles
    Test number
    738463351170
    • NoteBad oil leak
    • NoteNearside front outer sill is hold, however not near load bearing point

  21. Fail117,297 miles (+3,757)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,297 miles
    Test number
    399997441144
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBad oil leak
    • NoteNearside front outer sill is hold, however not near load bearing point
    • NoteNearside rear inner wheel arch is hold, however double skinned

  22. Pass113,540 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    113,540 miles
    Test number
    973382440172
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteOil all under engine
    • NoteSteering damp

  23. Fail113,540 miles (+3,857)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,540 miles
    Test number
    234531440183
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteOil all under engine
    • NoteSteering damp

  24. Pass109,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    109,683 miles
    Test number
    912048149161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail109,683 miles (+2,739)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,683 miles
    Test number
    970798449120
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass106,944 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    106,944 miles
    Test number
    862489948194
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSign's of corrosion all under vehicle
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front wheel

  27. Fail106,944 miles (+3,878)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,944 miles
    Test number
    234538548428
    • DangerousBrake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSign's of corrosion all under vehicle
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front wheel

  28. Pass103,066 miles (+3,387)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    103,066 miles
    Test number
    273566667486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass99,679 miles (+553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    99,679 miles
    Test number
    220491586409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Fail99,126 miles1 dangerous6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,126 miles
    Test number
    500039786099
    • DangerousNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure

Questions about YPM 797

What vehicle is registration YPM 797 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YPM 797 on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 300 first used on 14 Feb 1986. 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 YPM 797 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YPM 797 is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on YPM 797?
The MOT on YPM 797 is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YPM 797 done?
YPM 797 was recorded at 129,034 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 1,527 miles a year.
Has YPM 797 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YPM 797 has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on YPM 797 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on YPM 797 find?
YPM 797 passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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