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Mercedes-Benz E

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 3,199 cc

220 BGMOT history

220 BG is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 27 Nov 1996. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,303 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

220 BG red Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
109,303 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
220 BG
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
27 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

220 BG was last recorded at 109,303 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,754 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
549 miles
Average per year
1,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,303 miles
  • 2025 – 108,754 miles
  • 2024 – 108,159 miles
  • 2023 – 107,513 miles
  • 2022 – 107,130 miles
  • 2021 – 106,595 miles
  • 2020 – 106,379 miles
  • 2019 – 106,081 miles
  • 2018 – 105,818 miles
  • 2017 – 105,402 miles
  • 2016 – 104,007 miles
  • 2015 – 103,294 miles
  • 2014 – 102,733 miles
  • 2013 – 102,241 miles
  • 2012 – 101,849 miles
  • 2011 – 100,906 miles
  • 2010 – 98,066 miles
  • 2009 – 96,269 miles
  • 2008 – 95,066 miles
  • 2007 – 93,084 miles
  • 2006 – 81,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,303 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,303 miles (+549)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    109,303 miles
    Test number
    596095863593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,754 miles (+595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,754 miles
    Test number
    487955566908
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass108,159 miles (+646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    108,159 miles
    Test number
    933759918491
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass107,513 miles (+383)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    107,513 miles
    Test number
    290082096127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass107,130 miles (+535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    107,130 miles
    Test number
    899540208034
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass106,595 miles (+216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    106,595 miles
    Test number
    178196076528
    • AdvisoryFront mist of oil on the underside of vehicle
  7. Pass106,379 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    106,379 miles
    Test number
    369382521179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,081 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    106,081 miles
    Test number
    593108278997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,818 miles (+416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    105,818 miles
    Test number
    643234410148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Pass105,402 miles (+1,395)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    105,402 miles
    Test number
    745962376043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass104,007 miles (+713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    104,007 miles
    Test number
    977318927841
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
  12. Pass103,294 miles (+561)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    103,294 miles
    Test number
    317863395043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,733 miles (+492)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    102,733 miles
    Test number
    659581084088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,241 miles (+392)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    102,241 miles
    Test number
    397613103197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,849 miles (+943)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    101,849 miles
    Test number
    156258892013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,906 miles (+2,840)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    100,906 miles
    Test number
    306308001159
    • NoteBet failed
    • NoteC/o slow to drop
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteFront discs worn and pads 70% worn
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear discs rusty
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes rusty
    • NoteSteering dampner possible weeping
  17. Pass98,066 miles (+1,797)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    98,066 miles
    Test number
    582181780048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass96,269 miles (+5)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    96,269 miles
    Test number
    721669099027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHigh tone horn inop.
    • NoteN/S/R Seat belt buckel broken.
  19. Fail96,264 miles (+1,198)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,264 miles
    Test number
    683537699008
    • FailureCentre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHigh tone horn inop.
    • NoteN/S/R Seat belt buckel broken.
  20. Pass95,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    95,066 miles
    Test number
    222221038110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,066 miles (+1,982)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,066 miles
    Test number
    611007728190
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass93,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    93,084 miles
    Test number
    941037897060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail93,084 miles (+11,212)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,084 miles
    Test number
    790662897079
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass81,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    81,872 miles
    Test number
    231862006420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail81,872 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,872 miles
    Test number
    410012206187
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Questions about 220 BG

What vehicle is registration 220 BG currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 220 BG on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 27 Nov 1996. 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 220 BG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 220 BG is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 220 BG?
The MOT on 220 BG is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 220 BG done?
220 BG was recorded at 109,303 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 1,375 miles a year.
Has 220 BG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 220 BG has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2009.
Has the mileage on 220 BG 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 220 BG find?
220 BG passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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