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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 4,266 cc

4 MFHMOT history

4 MFH is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 17 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 129,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

4 MFH black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
129,182 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
4 MFH
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
17 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

4 MFH was last recorded at 129,182 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 3,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 May 2025: 126,124 miles, lower than 126,125 miles on 1 May 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
126,124 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,058 miles
Average per year
2,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,182 miles
  • 2025 – 126,124 miles
  • 2022 – 126,111 miles
  • 2021 – 125,212 miles
  • 2020 – 120,019 miles
  • 2019 – 117,099 miles
  • 2018 – 112,366 miles
  • 2017 – 110,930 miles
  • 2016 – 108,802 miles
  • 2015 – 106,908 miles
  • 2014 – 103,702 miles
  • 2013 – 101,931 miles
  • 2012 – 100,072 miles
  • 2010 – 98,761 miles
  • 2009 – 95,858 miles
  • 2008 – 93,363 miles
  • 2007 – 90,037 miles
  • 2006 – 86,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,182 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front n/s / o/s steering rack bushes slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front n/s / o/s wheel aches corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear o/s/r wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,182 miles (+3,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    129,182 miles
    Test number
    371148249520
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded

  2. Pass126,124 miles (-1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    126,124 miles
    Test number
    305709697295
    • AdvisoryFront n/s / o/s steering rack bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryFront n/s / o/s wheel aches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear o/s/r wheel arch corroded

  3. Fail126,125 miles (+14)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,125 miles
    Test number
    959913077862
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront n/s / o/s steering rack bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryFront n/s / o/s wheel aches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear o/s/r wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  4. Pass126,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    518925145260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail126,111 miles (+899)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    622728980402
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass125,212 miles (+5,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    125,212 miles
    Test number
    765027051047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass120,019 miles (+2,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    120,019 miles
    Test number
    250647460767
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass117,099 miles (+4,733)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,099 miles
    Test number
    642783573416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,366 miles
    Test number
    634535124209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail112,366 miles (+1,436)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,366 miles
    Test number
    454181414163
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position Bonnet catch not working (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  11. Pass110,930 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    110,930 miles
    Test number
    699403796429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail110,930 miles (+2,128)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,930 miles
    Test number
    769208696366
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotational (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotational (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass108,802 miles (+1,894)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    108,802 miles
    Test number
    225855978476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    106,908 miles
    Test number
    586494325242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,908 miles (+3,206)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,908 miles
    Test number
    375682525247
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass103,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,702 miles
    Test number
    248979094192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail103,702 miles (+1,771)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,702 miles
    Test number
    649568194183
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass101,931 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    101,931 miles
    Test number
    407079913185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass100,072 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    100,072 miles
    Test number
    507290742022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll headlamps lens' deteriorated.

  20. Fail100,072 miles (+1,311)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,072 miles
    Test number
    539580242000
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll headlamps lens' deteriorated.

  21. Pass98,761 miles (+2,903)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    98,761 miles
    Test number
    442481750339
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread worn out on inner edge [Dunlop SP Sport 9000 265/35 X ZR18]

  22. Pass95,858 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    95,858 miles
    Test number
    581344749227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail95,848 miles (+2,485)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,848 miles
    Test number
    470547139244
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread worn out on inner edge [Dunlop SP Sport 9000 235/40 X ZR18]

  24. Pass93,363 miles (+3,326)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    93,363 miles
    Test number
    190872658202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass90,037 miles (+3,136)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    90,037 miles
    Test number
    192760647279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass86,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    86,901 miles
    Test number
    620876426292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail86,900 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,900 miles
    Test number
    210286826245
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about 4 MFH

What vehicle is registration 4 MFH currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 4 MFH on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 17 Dec 1997. 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 4 MFH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 4 MFH is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 4 MFH?
The MOT on 4 MFH is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 4 MFH done?
4 MFH was recorded at 129,182 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 2,147 miles a year.
Has 4 MFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 4 MFH has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on 4 MFH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 May 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 4 MFH find?
4 MFH passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear silencer outer skin corroded.

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