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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

HEJ 535MOT history

HEJ 535 is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 16 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 121,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

HEJ 535 silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
121,043 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,665 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
HEJ 535
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

HEJ 535 was last recorded at 121,043 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,043 miles · 6 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,665 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,043 miles
  • 2025 – 118,564 miles
  • 2024 – 117,530 miles
  • 2023 – 115,347 miles
  • 2022 – 114,142 miles
  • 2021 – 113,157 miles
  • 2020 – 112,226 miles
  • 2019 – 110,746 miles
  • 2018 – 109,307 miles
  • 2017 – 104,451 miles
  • 2016 – 98,494 miles
  • 2015 – 93,148 miles
  • 2014 – 87,172 miles
  • 2013 – 82,426 miles
  • 2012 – 75,856 miles
  • 2011 – 68,108 miles
  • 2010 – 60,955 miles
  • 2009 – 50,226 miles
  • 2008 – 40,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,043 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S & O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,043 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    121,043 miles
    Test number
    294615150946
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S & O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,043 miles (+2,479)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,043 miles
    Test number
    735301166385
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,564 miles (+1,034)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,564 miles
    Test number
    552686365918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,530 miles (+2,183)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    117,530 miles
    Test number
    814373083850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,347 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,347 miles
    Test number
    866925084925
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail115,345 miles (+1,203)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,345 miles
    Test number
    781796909620
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake drum back plate insecure back plate (1.1.14 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass114,142 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,142 miles
    Test number
    486459409920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  8. Fail114,140 miles (+983)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,140 miles
    Test number
    342111699749
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  9. Pass113,157 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    113,157 miles
    Test number
    361118538473
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  10. Fail113,131 miles (+905)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,131 miles
    Test number
    627423643003
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner arch chassis area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Broken (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass112,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    112,226 miles
    Test number
    322484006940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,226 miles (+1,480)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,226 miles
    Test number
    619604087364
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn/grooved (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass110,746 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    110,746 miles
    Test number
    691874863390
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail110,744 miles (+1,437)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,744 miles
    Test number
    110617587112
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure broken (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass109,307 miles (+4,856)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    109,307 miles
    Test number
    974218462694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,451 miles (+5,957)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,451 miles
    Test number
    627799215640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass98,494 miles (+5,346)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,494 miles
    Test number
    489044270695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,148 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    93,148 miles
    Test number
    330228463043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,143 miles (+5,971)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,143 miles
    Test number
    219475736736
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass87,172 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    87,172 miles
    Test number
    927143924250
    • NoteO/S REAR TYRE CRACKING ON SIDE WALL

  21. Fail87,168 miles (+4,742)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,168 miles
    Test number
    909069414211
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/S REAR TYRE CRACKING ON SIDE WALL

  22. Pass82,426 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    82,426 miles
    Test number
    909982323234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail82,423 miles (+6,567)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,423 miles
    Test number
    295670323232
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s diff seal leaking

  24. Pass75,856 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    75,856 miles
    Test number
    678624512252
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail75,856 miles (+7,748)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,856 miles
    Test number
    436433112225
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass68,108 miles (+7,153)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    68,108 miles
    Test number
    888597501281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s diff seal leaking

  27. Pass60,955 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    60,955 miles
    Test number
    311579710264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail60,954 miles (+10,728)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,954 miles
    Test number
    821976710283
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass50,226 miles (+9,949)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,226 miles
    Test number
    501412619249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass40,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    40,277 miles
    Test number
    351850838357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about HEJ 535

What vehicle is registration HEJ 535 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show HEJ 535 on a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 16 Dec 2005. 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 HEJ 535 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on HEJ 535 is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on HEJ 535?
The MOT on HEJ 535 is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has HEJ 535 done?
HEJ 535 was recorded at 121,043 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 4,665 miles a year.
Has HEJ 535 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. HEJ 535 has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on HEJ 535 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 HEJ 535 find?
HEJ 535 passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s; front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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