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Black · Diesel · 1998 · 2,996 cc

5985 FGMOT history

5985 FG is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 10 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2023 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 105,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2022.

5985 FG black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2023
Mileage
105,438 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2022
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5985 FG
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

5985 FG was last recorded at 105,438 miles on 6 Sept 2022, 4,033 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
101,405 miles · 20 Dec 2017
Between the last two tests
4,033 miles
Average per year
3,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 105,438 miles
  • 2017 – 101,405 miles
  • 2016 – 99,678 miles
  • 2015 – 96,562 miles
  • 2014 – 92,510 miles
  • 2013 – 87,885 miles
  • 2012 – 82,398 miles
  • 2011 – 77,334 miles
  • 2010 – 71,731 miles
  • 2009 – 66,243 miles
  • 2008 – 58,964 miles
  • 2007 – 53,018 miles
  • 2006 – 47,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,438 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,438 miles (+4,033)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    105,438 miles
    Test number
    582985792102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,405 miles (+1,727)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    101,405 miles
    Test number
    661245352020
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder Tray Fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  3. Pass99,678 miles (+3,116)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    99,678 miles
    Test number
    510019348128
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder-panels fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  4. Pass96,562 miles (+4,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    96,562 miles
    Test number
    188546325253
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  5. Pass92,510 miles (+4,625)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    92,510 miles
    Test number
    307407014495
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass87,885 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,885 miles
    Test number
    309219983132
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Fail87,884 miles (+5,486)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,884 miles
    Test number
    958059183130
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass82,398 miles (+5,064)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,398 miles
    Test number
    507422102272
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass77,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,334 miles
    Test number
    265235681112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,334 miles (+5,603)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,334 miles
    Test number
    835505681133
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  11. Pass71,731 miles (+5,488)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,731 miles
    Test number
    252326670447
    • NoteOffside front tyre has sidewall damage
    • NoteRear brake hoses starting to perish

  12. Pass66,243 miles (+7,279)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    66,243 miles
    Test number
    653315179190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,964 miles (+5,946)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,964 miles
    Test number
    251822988177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,018 miles (+5,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    53,018 miles
    Test number
    974888997184
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass47,782 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,782 miles
    Test number
    531860906215
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS JUDDER †O/S HANDBRAKE LOW EFFORT

Questions about 5985 FG

What vehicle is registration 5985 FG currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5985 FG on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 10 Sept 1998. 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 5985 FG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 5985 FG expired on 5 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 5985 FG?
The MOT on 5985 FG expired on 5 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 5985 FG done?
5985 FG was recorded at 105,438 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2022, an average of 3,574 miles a year.
Has 5985 FG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5985 FG has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2013.
Has the mileage on 5985 FG 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 5985 FG find?
5985 FG passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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