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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

279 JPKMOT history

279 JPK is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 28 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 60,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

279 JPK black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
60,951 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
279 JPK
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

279 JPK was last recorded at 60,951 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,768 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
183 miles
Average per year
1,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,951 miles
  • 2025 – 60,768 miles
  • 2024 – 60,202 miles
  • 2023 – 59,871 miles
  • 2022 – 59,139 miles
  • 2021 – 57,585 miles
  • 2020 – 55,638 miles
  • 2019 – 53,204 miles
  • 2018 – 50,524 miles
  • 2017 – 47,714 miles
  • 2016 – 44,780 miles
  • 2015 – 41,614 miles
  • 2014 – 38,386 miles
  • 2013 – 35,230 miles
  • 2012 – 33,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,951 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,951 miles (+183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    60,951 miles
    Test number
    420021436309
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass60,768 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    60,768 miles
    Test number
    895087490561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass60,202 miles (+331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    60,202 miles
    Test number
    741467954823
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass59,871 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    59,871 miles
    Test number
    589259580083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail59,834 miles (+695)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,834 miles
    Test number
    586498618050
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass59,139 miles (+1,554)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    59,139 miles
    Test number
    244062128018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    57,585 miles
    Test number
    881577590521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail57,585 miles (+1,947)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,585 miles
    Test number
    448070713118
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass55,638 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    55,638 miles
    Test number
    390819779478
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Door handle missing but can still open from the outside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail55,638 miles (+2,434)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,638 miles
    Test number
    391827399782
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Door handle missing but can still open from the outside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass53,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    53,204 miles
    Test number
    512076242342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,204 miles (+2,680)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,204 miles
    Test number
    239855273602
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass50,524 miles (+2,810)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    50,524 miles
    Test number
    373987195552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,714 miles (+2,934)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,714 miles
    Test number
    567834401811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    44,780 miles
    Test number
    960198202087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,780 miles (+3,166)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,780 miles
    Test number
    806351704611
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass41,614 miles (+3,228)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,614 miles
    Test number
    665706335047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer side wall has superficial damage no cords showing

  18. Pass38,386 miles (+3,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    38,386 miles
    Test number
    787311944004
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass35,230 miles (+1,822)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,230 miles
    Test number
    467540943066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    33,408 miles
    Test number
    215342742039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 279 JPK

What vehicle is registration 279 JPK currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 279 JPK on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 28 Nov 2008. 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 279 JPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 279 JPK is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 279 JPK?
The MOT on 279 JPK is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 279 JPK done?
279 JPK was recorded at 60,951 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 1,966 miles a year.
Has 279 JPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 279 JPK has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on 279 JPK 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 279 JPK find?
279 JPK passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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