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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

521 DTAMOT history

521 DTA is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 15 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 36,484 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

521 DTA grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
36,484 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
521 DTA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
15 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

521 DTA was last recorded at 36,484 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 8,977 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
27,507 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,977 miles
Average per year
3,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,484 miles
  • 2025 – 27,507 miles
  • 2024 – 24,746 miles
  • 2023 – 21,278 miles
  • 2022 – 19,214 miles
  • 2021 – 17,910 miles
  • 2020 – 17,187 miles
  • 2019 – 13,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,484 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 9 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,484 miles (+8,977)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    36,484 miles
    Test number
    401103536362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass27,507 miles (+2,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    27,507 miles
    Test number
    465940638685
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass24,746 miles (+3,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    24,746 miles
    Test number
    891542147469
    • AdvisoryREAR SEATS COVERED WITH DOG CRATE PREVENTING INSPECTION ON REAR SEAT BELTS
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass21,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    21,278 miles
    Test number
    550964951176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail21,278 miles (+2,064)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,278 miles
    Test number
    261352049433
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass19,214 miles (+1,304)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    19,214 miles
    Test number
    412926172989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass17,910 miles (+723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    17,910 miles
    Test number
    770974498021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass17,187 miles (+4,047)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    17,187 miles
    Test number
    115479418475
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel not correctly fitted.

  9. Pass13,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    13,140 miles
    Test number
    303410347863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 521 DTA

What vehicle is registration 521 DTA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 521 DTA on a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 15 Mar 2016. 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 521 DTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 521 DTA is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 521 DTA?
The MOT on 521 DTA is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 521 DTA done?
521 DTA was recorded at 36,484 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 3,324 miles a year.
Has 521 DTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 521 DTA has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on 521 DTA 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 521 DTA find?
521 DTA passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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