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Mercedes-Benz E

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 2,199 cc

DSK 381MOT history

DSK 381 is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 12 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2025
Mileage
93,956 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DSK 381
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
12 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

DSK 381 was last recorded at 93,956 miles on 1 Mar 2024, 179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jul 2008: 60,690 miles, lower than 60,710 miles on 21 May 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
93,777 miles · 24 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
179 miles
Average per year
2,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 93,956 miles
  • 2023 – 93,777 miles
  • 2020 – 93,686 miles
  • 2019 – 93,595 miles
  • 2018 – 93,493 miles
  • 2017 – 93,176 miles
  • 2016 – 91,118 miles
  • 2015 – 89,082 miles
  • 2014 – 86,897 miles
  • 2013 – 82,289 miles
  • 2012 – 74,431 miles
  • 2011 – 70,200 miles
  • 2010 – 66,113 miles
  • 2009 – 61,786 miles
  • 2008 – 60,690 miles
  • 2007 – 59,411 miles
  • 2006 – 57,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,956 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,956 miles (+179)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    93,956 miles
    Test number
    223411302400
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass93,777 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,777 miles
    Test number
    678631248344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass93,686 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,686 miles
    Test number
    493113800292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,595 miles
    Test number
    546144112125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail93,595 miles (+102)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,595 miles
    Test number
    380540224437
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  6. Pass93,493 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,493 miles
    Test number
    554902136694
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Fail93,492 miles (+316)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,492 miles
    Test number
    615427780707
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailurePassenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass93,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    93,176 miles
    Test number
    115164407333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,176 miles (+2,058)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,176 miles
    Test number
    621004425158
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass91,118 miles (+2,036)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    91,118 miles
    Test number
    653687769469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail89,082 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,082 miles
    Test number
    887651765162
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass89,082 miles (+2,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,082 miles
    Test number
    995561165151
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass86,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    86,897 miles
    Test number
    588672564177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail86,897 miles (+4,608)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,897 miles
    Test number
    949842364133
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass82,289 miles (+7,858)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    82,289 miles
    Test number
    377397423124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass74,431 miles (+4,231)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    74,431 miles
    Test number
    945186932182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,200 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,200 miles
    Test number
    149748741122
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass70,200 miles (+4,087)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,200 miles
    Test number
    545648241195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass66,113 miles (+4,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    66,113 miles
    Test number
    342742030418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass61,786 miles (+1,096)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    61,786 miles
    Test number
    924004839247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,690 miles (-20)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    60,690 miles
    Test number
    604146588176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail60,710 miles (+1,299)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,710 miles
    Test number
    204282748159
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass59,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    59,411 miles
    Test number
    803210487173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,411 miles (+2,227)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,411 miles
    Test number
    960370987191
    • Repaired at testBrake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass57,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    57,184 miles
    Test number
    881135626048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail57,184 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,184 miles
    Test number
    791064526051
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about DSK 381

What vehicle is registration DSK 381 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DSK 381 on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 12 Jan 1994. 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 DSK 381 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on DSK 381 expired on 28 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on DSK 381?
The MOT on DSK 381 expired on 28 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has DSK 381 done?
DSK 381 was recorded at 93,956 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2024, an average of 2,032 miles a year.
Has DSK 381 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DSK 381 has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2019.
Has the mileage on DSK 381 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on DSK 381 find?
DSK 381 passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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