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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 2,199 cc

ESU 713MOT history

ESU 713 is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 3 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 146,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
146,673 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ESU 713
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
3 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

ESU 713 was last recorded at 146,673 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 1,307 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,366 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,307 miles
Average per year
1,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,673 miles
  • 2025 – 145,366 miles
  • 2024 – 144,854 miles
  • 2023 – 143,855 miles
  • 2022 – 142,343 miles
  • 2021 – 141,292 miles
  • 2020 – 139,434 miles
  • 2019 – 138,470 miles
  • 2018 – 136,627 miles
  • 2017 – 131,976 miles
  • 2016 – 131,194 miles
  • 2015 – 130,172 miles
  • 2011 – 129,525 miles
  • 2010 – 128,554 miles
  • 2008 – 126,439 miles
  • 2007 – 124,856 miles
  • 2006 – 120,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,673 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,673 miles (+1,307)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    146,673 miles
    Test number
    407831746594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass145,366 miles (+512)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    145,366 miles
    Test number
    957670993173
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,854 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    144,854 miles
    Test number
    835234410921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail144,852 miles (+997)1 dangerous9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,852 miles
    Test number
    879772326720
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inside wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Engine manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inside rear arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass143,855 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    143,855 miles
    Test number
    122210621704
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail143,855 miles (+1,512)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,855 miles
    Test number
    984653740844
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass142,343 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    142,343 miles
    Test number
    608765298678
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail142,342 miles (+1,050)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,342 miles
    Test number
    749561667539
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass141,292 miles (+1,858)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    141,292 miles
    Test number
    281944426918
    • AdvisoryFront wiper smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass139,434 miles (+964)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    139,434 miles
    Test number
    226453474601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass138,470 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    138,470 miles
    Test number
    169680415437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass136,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    136,627 miles
    Test number
    386903171217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail136,627 miles (+4,651)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,627 miles
    Test number
    526970675757
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  14. Pass131,976 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    131,976 miles
    Test number
    333564655080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail131,963 miles (+769)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,963 miles
    Test number
    861269350226
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass131,194 miles (+1,022)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    131,194 miles
    Test number
    404332031215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,172 miles (+647)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    130,172 miles
    Test number
    325807195127
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass129,525 miles (+971)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    129,525 miles
    Test number
    528394901209
    • NoteAdvise front wiper slightly smearing.
    • NoteBrake pipes generaly corroding.

  19. Pass128,554 miles (+2,115)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    128,554 miles
    Test number
    181769520025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass126,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    126,439 miles
    Test number
    121955558377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail126,439 miles (+1,583)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,439 miles
    Test number
    844455158372
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass124,856 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    124,856 miles
    Test number
    422385457394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass120,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    120,456 miles
    Test number
    991516726255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ESU 713

What vehicle is registration ESU 713 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ESU 713 on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 3 Mar 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 ESU 713 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ESU 713 is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on ESU 713?
The MOT on ESU 713 is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ESU 713 done?
ESU 713 was recorded at 146,673 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 1,304 miles a year.
Has ESU 713 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ESU 713 has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on ESU 713 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 ESU 713 find?
ESU 713 passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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