The road tax status for F856 VVC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for F856 VVC?

The MOT for F856 VVC is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 July 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of F856 VVC?

The recorded mileage for F856 VVC is 148,579 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is F856 VVC ULEZ compliant?

No, F856 VVC 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

1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 3.0L Petrol · F856 VVC

F856 VVC

1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 07/04/1989. Recorded mileage 148,579 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ 300
Year / Origin: 1989 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 11/07/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 148,579 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 11/07/2025

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Mileage: 148,579 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1989
Engine: 2962cc

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F856 VVC Key Findings

16 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 13/07/2024
148,579 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (22 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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F856 VVC Mileage History

16/11/2006138,698 mi
06/10/2011139,174 mi+476 mi
23/02/2013139,207 mi+33 mi
25/02/2013139,207 mi
18/03/2014140,794 mi+1,587 mi
17/04/2014140,796 mi+2 mi
16/05/2015142,938 mi+2,142 mi
16/05/2016146,087 mi+3,149 mi
16/05/2016146,087 mi
24/05/2017146,760 mi+673 mi
12/06/2018147,392 mi+632 mi
14/06/2018147,393 mi+1 mi
12/06/2019148,419 mi+1,026 mi
14/07/2021148,527 mi+108 mi
20/07/2021148,532 mi+5 mi
13/07/2024148,579 mi+47 mi

Average of roughly 560 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.

F856 VVC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 13:25

MOT Analysis

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16 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (F856 VVC) between November 2006 and July 2024.

The record contains 11 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 13 July 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (22 issues), Lighting (21 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Bodywork (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 44 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 Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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