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Mercedes-Benz E

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,796 cc

481 MWLMOT history

481 MWL is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 105,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

481 MWL white Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,258 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,823 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
481 MWL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

481 MWL was last recorded at 105,258 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 1,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,470 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,788 miles
Average per year
7,823 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,258 miles
  • 2025 – 103,470 miles
  • 2024 – 102,110 miles
  • 2023 – 99,626 miles
  • 2021 – 97,686 miles
  • 2020 – 93,408 miles
  • 2019 – 85,806 miles
  • 2018 – 66,622 miles
  • 2017 – 53,328 miles
  • 2016 – 36,567 miles
  • 2015 – 18,730 miles
  • 2014 – 11,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,258 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,258 miles (+1,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,258 miles
    Test number
    591760735641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass103,470 miles (+1,360)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    103,470 miles
    Test number
    285876377397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass102,110 miles (+2,484)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    102,110 miles
    Test number
    545387450551
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass99,626 miles (+74)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,626 miles
    Test number
    528006625581
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in arch,corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail99,552 miles (+1,866)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,552 miles
    Test number
    305312964263
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Pass97,686 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,686 miles
    Test number
    609812677970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail97,686 miles (+4,278)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,686 miles
    Test number
    244468094371
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass93,408 miles (+7,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,408 miles
    Test number
    189405736043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass85,806 miles (+19,184)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,806 miles
    Test number
    485493942763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,622 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,622 miles
    Test number
    369287230275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail66,622 miles (+13,294)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,622 miles
    Test number
    468939823101
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass53,328 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,328 miles
    Test number
    898163049732
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing outer edge

  13. Fail53,328 miles (+16,761)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,328 miles
    Test number
    582075211928
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing outer edge

  14. Pass36,567 miles (+17,837)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    36,567 miles
    Test number
    761438233540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,730 miles (+7,563)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    18,730 miles
    Test number
    188957555012
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass11,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    11,167 miles
    Test number
    926647614050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 481 MWL

What vehicle is registration 481 MWL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 481 MWL on a white petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Jan 2011. 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 481 MWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 481 MWL is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on 481 MWL?
The MOT on 481 MWL is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 481 MWL done?
481 MWL was recorded at 105,258 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 7,823 miles a year.
Has 481 MWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 481 MWL has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on 481 MWL 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 481 MWL find?
481 MWL passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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