The road tax status for J488 NGV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for J488 NGV?

The first MOT test for J488 NGV is due by 1 June 1995.

What is the recorded mileage of J488 NGV?

The recorded mileage for J488 NGV is 114,771 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J488 NGV ULEZ compliant?

No, J488 NGV 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

1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 5.0L Petrol · J488 NGV

J488 NGV

1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (5.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 1992. Recorded mileage 114,771 miles. MOT status: Failed.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ 500
Year / Origin: 1992
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Failed
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 114,771 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 5.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1992

Engine

4973cc

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J488 NGV Key Findings

24 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 30/03/2023
114,771 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)

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J488 NGV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Nov 2026, 04:56

MOT Analysis

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24 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (J488 NGV) between July 2006 and March 2023.

The record contains 18 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 30 March 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (8 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 23 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: “Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”; “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)”.

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J488 NGV Mileage History

08/07/200694,368 mi
25/06/200795,674 mi+1,306 mi
30/06/200795,711 mi+37 mi
06/07/200795,754 mi+43 mi
12/07/200896,508 mi+754 mi
11/07/200996,930 mi+422 mi
17/07/201097,313 mi+383 mi
17/07/201097,313 mi
23/07/201197,592 mi+279 mi
28/07/201297,801 mi+209 mi
28/07/201297,801 mi
20/07/201398,077 mi+276 mi
21/07/201498,383 mi+306 mi
30/06/201598,660 mi+277 mi
23/03/201699,374 mi+714 mi
11/07/2016101,611 mi+2,237 mi
11/07/2016101,611 mi
20/09/2016101,612 mi+1 mi
24/05/2017101,619 mi+7 mi
25/04/2018102,881 mi+1,262 mi
13/05/2019108,030 mi+5,149 mi
27/05/2020110,210 mi+2,180 mi
18/05/2021113,667 mi+3,457 mi
30/03/2023114,771 mi+1,104 mi

Average of roughly 1,220 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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