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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

D1 DSLMOT history

D1 DSL is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 4 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 222,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

D1 DSL silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
222,539 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 DSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 DSL was last recorded at 222,539 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 8,227 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,312 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,227 miles
Average per year
12,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,539 miles
  • 2025 – 214,312 miles
  • 2024 – 203,904 miles
  • 2023 – 192,490 miles
  • 2022 – 180,532 miles
  • 2021 – 164,374 miles
  • 2019 – 162,205 miles
  • 2018 – 152,295 miles
  • 2017 – 137,781 miles
  • 2016 – 123,383 miles
  • 2015 – 109,865 miles
  • 2014 – 93,523 miles
  • 2013 – 77,897 miles
  • 2012 – 66,116 miles
  • 2011 – 51,137 miles
  • 2010 – 40,590 miles
  • 2009 – 18,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,539 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,539 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    222,539 miles
    Test number
    895222610533
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  2. Fail222,539 miles (+8,227)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,539 miles
    Test number
    515248359174
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass214,312 miles (+10,408)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    214,312 miles
    Test number
    984392462168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has slight reserve travel
  4. Pass203,904 miles (+11,414)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    203,904 miles
    Test number
    828890514287
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn smooth on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass192,490 miles (+11,958)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    192,490 miles
    Test number
    479027676198
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass180,532 miles (+7)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    180,532 miles
    Test number
    970758346407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Fail180,525 miles (+16,151)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,525 miles
    Test number
    958324803495
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate incorrect Not correctly spaced (0.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass164,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    164,374 miles
    Test number
    467794075715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail164,374 miles (+2,169)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,374 miles
    Test number
    265596164150
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear facing up (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  10. Pass162,205 miles (+9,910)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    162,205 miles
    Test number
    755122132349
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass152,295 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    152,295 miles
    Test number
    104136043316
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  12. Fail152,291 miles (+14,510)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,291 miles
    Test number
    436922538767
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  13. Pass137,781 miles (+14,398)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    137,781 miles
    Test number
    608671624505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass123,383 miles (+13,518)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    123,383 miles
    Test number
    774656836361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass109,865 miles (+16,342)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,865 miles
    Test number
    999891165113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,523 miles (+15,626)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    93,523 miles
    Test number
    125416674196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate loose on n/s
    • NoteO/s/f washer jet part blocked
  17. Pass77,897 miles (+11,781)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,897 miles
    Test number
    829021663111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,116 miles (+14,979)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    66,116 miles
    Test number
    705710972112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,137 miles (+10,547)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    51,137 miles
    Test number
    709752691169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,590 miles (+2,624)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,590 miles
    Test number
    463605660200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,966 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    37,966 miles
    Test number
    660646010281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,962 miles (+19,921)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,962 miles
    Test number
    824835510279
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  23. Pass18,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    18,041 miles
    Test number
    452828719239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about D1 DSL

Does D1 DSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D1 DSL is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on D1 DSL?
The MOT on D1 DSL is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D1 DSL done?
D1 DSL was recorded at 222,539 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 12,370 miles a year.
Has D1 DSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 DSL has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on D1 DSL 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 D1 DSL find?
D1 DSL passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge both front; oil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox, and 1 more.

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