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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

6973 APMOT history

6973 AP is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Aug 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 83,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

6973 AP black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
83,018 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
6973 AP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

6973 AP was last recorded at 83,018 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,107 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
911 miles
Average per year
3,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,018 miles
  • 2025 – 82,107 miles
  • 2024 – 81,386 miles
  • 2023 – 80,528 miles
  • 2022 – 79,931 miles
  • 2021 – 78,890 miles
  • 2019 – 76,783 miles
  • 2018 – 76,023 miles
  • 2017 – 74,931 miles
  • 2016 – 74,337 miles
  • 2015 – 72,892 miles
  • 2014 – 71,005 miles
  • 2013 – 65,592 miles
  • 2012 – 57,743 miles
  • 2011 – 46,584 miles
  • 2010 – 37,203 miles
  • 2009 – 28,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,018 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    83,018 miles
    Test number
    309701037000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail83,018 miles (+911)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,018 miles
    Test number
    349985736565
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass82,107 miles (+721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    82,107 miles
    Test number
    946640571190
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass81,386 miles (+858)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    81,386 miles
    Test number
    374183157883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,528 miles (+597)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    80,528 miles
    Test number
    616159783808
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass79,931 miles (+1,041)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,931 miles
    Test number
    657506008667
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner exhaust mounting bracket is very rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass78,890 miles (+2,107)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,890 miles
    Test number
    640246892225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,783 miles (+760)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,783 miles
    Test number
    427046267633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,023 miles (+1,092)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,023 miles
    Test number
    514354275653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,931 miles (+594)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,931 miles
    Test number
    256974581654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,337 miles (+1,445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,337 miles
    Test number
    649850647355
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  12. Pass72,892 miles (+1,887)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,892 miles
    Test number
    325178615493
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass71,005 miles (+5,413)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,005 miles
    Test number
    548252304234
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass65,592 miles (+7,849)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,592 miles
    Test number
    136251813237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,743 miles (+11,159)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,743 miles
    Test number
    478305602256
    • NoteF/n/s tyre looks to be scrubbing on inside
    • NoteSuspect brake pipes above flexibles at rear to be corroding heavily

  16. Pass46,584 miles (+9,381)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    46,584 miles
    Test number
    627316801251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,203 miles (+9,069)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    37,203 miles
    Test number
    782457110283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    28,134 miles
    Test number
    461524229263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 6973 AP

What vehicle is registration 6973 AP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 6973 AP on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Aug 2006. 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 6973 AP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 6973 AP is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 6973 AP?
The MOT on 6973 AP is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 6973 AP done?
6973 AP was recorded at 83,018 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 3,218 miles a year.
Has 6973 AP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 6973 AP has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 6973 AP 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 6973 AP find?
6973 AP passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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