The road tax status for E26 GER is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for E26 GER?

The MOT for E26 GER is valid and due for renewal on or before 28 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of E26 GER?

The recorded mileage for E26 GER is 122,442 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is E26 GER ULEZ compliant?

No, E26 GER does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1997 Mercedes-Benz 308 D 2.3L Diesel · E26 GER

E26 GER

1997 Mercedes-Benz 308 D (2.3L, diesel). First registered 01/06/1997. Recorded mileage 122,442 miles. MOT valid until 28/07/2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ 308 D
Year / Origin: 1997 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 28/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 122,442 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 122,442 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1997
Engine: 2300cc

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E26 GER Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2026
122,442 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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E26 GER Mileage History

29/07/2024116,047 mi
29/07/2024116,047 mi
08/07/2025119,573 mi+3,526 mi
30/07/2025119,579 mi+6 mi
07/07/2026122,442 mi+2,863 mi

Average of roughly 3,299 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

E26 GER MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 15:51

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mercedes-Benz 308 D (E26 GER) between July 2024 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 07 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Upper Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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