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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

78 FTXMOT history

78 FTX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 18 MOT tests, with 245,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

78 FTX silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
245,957 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
18 passed · 0 failed
Per year
12,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
78 FTX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

78 FTX was last recorded at 245,957 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 3,675 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
242,282 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,675 miles
Average per year
12,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 245,957 miles
  • 2025 – 242,282 miles
  • 2024 – 237,233 miles
  • 2023 – 220,215 miles
  • 2022 – 195,412 miles
  • 2021 – 174,216 miles
  • 2020 – 165,125 miles
  • 2019 – 152,292 miles
  • 2018 – 126,592 miles
  • 2017 – 103,307 miles
  • 2016 – 81,966 miles
  • 2015 – 70,656 miles
  • 2014 – 59,211 miles
  • 2013 – 47,814 miles
  • 2012 – 47,249 miles
  • 2011 – 46,940 miles
  • 2010 – 42,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,957 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.

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,957 miles (+3,675)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    245,957 miles
    Test number
    368897684519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass242,282 miles (+5,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    242,282 miles
    Test number
    123585819921
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass237,233 miles (+17,018)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    237,233 miles
    Test number
    930747895772
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  4. Pass220,215 miles (+24,803)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    220,215 miles
    Test number
    551334921724
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slightly damp

  5. Pass195,412 miles (+21,196)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    195,412 miles
    Test number
    418237169052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine check light on
    • AdvisoryRear diff damp

  6. Pass174,216 miles (+9,091)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    174,216 miles
    Test number
    135519271493
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass165,125 miles (+12,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    165,125 miles
    Test number
    409497527030
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass152,292 miles (+25,700)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    152,292 miles
    Test number
    711423211688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,592 miles (+23,285)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    126,592 miles
    Test number
    119233277302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,307 miles (+21,341)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    103,307 miles
    Test number
    584566403890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,966 miles (+11,310)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    81,966 miles
    Test number
    973549186088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,656 miles (+11,445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    70,656 miles
    Test number
    228261502303
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass59,211 miles (+11,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    59,211 miles
    Test number
    415251684226
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass47,814 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,814 miles
    Test number
    379613083213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,483 miles (+234)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,483 miles
    Test number
    559727383025
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass47,249 miles (+309)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    47,249 miles
    Test number
    379771802194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,940 miles (+4,658)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,940 miles
    Test number
    686713441105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    42,282 miles
    Test number
    820514530383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 78 FTX

What vehicle is registration 78 FTX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 78 FTX on a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Nov 2007. 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 78 FTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 78 FTX is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 78 FTX?
The MOT on 78 FTX is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 78 FTX done?
78 FTX was recorded at 245,957 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 12,875 miles a year.
Has 78 FTX ever failed its MOT?
No. 78 FTX has passed all 18 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on 78 FTX 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 78 FTX find?
78 FTX passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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