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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

J8 ESKMOT history

J8 ESK is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 6 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 83,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

J8 ESK black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,444 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 ESK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
6 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 ESK was last recorded at 83,444 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 87 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Apr 2015: 22,139 miles, lower than 24,474 miles on 1 May 2014.

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
83,357 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
87 miles
Average per year
4,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,444 miles
  • 2025 – 70,964 miles
  • 2024 – 61,922 miles
  • 2023 – 52,395 miles
  • 2022 – 49,461 miles
  • 2021 – 44,861 miles
  • 2020 – 44,458 miles
  • 2019 – 41,027 miles
  • 2018 – 36,754 miles
  • 2017 – 32,030 miles
  • 2016 – 27,222 miles
  • 2015 – 22,139 miles
  • 2014 – 24,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,444 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,444 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,444 miles
    Test number
    912137284874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail83,357 miles (+12,393)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,357 miles
    Test number
    224658550896
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both incorrect spacing of characters (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass70,964 miles (+9,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    70,964 miles
    Test number
    948484025745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass61,922 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    61,922 miles
    Test number
    558893824389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre fitted wrong way round

  5. Fail61,922 miles (+9,527)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,922 miles
    Test number
    561235792716
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre fitted wrong way round

  6. Pass52,395 miles (+2,934)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    52,395 miles
    Test number
    665114887961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,461 miles (+4,600)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    49,461 miles
    Test number
    790780828155
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Nearside and Offside brake disc wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass44,861 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    44,861 miles
    Test number
    335800289251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail44,861 miles (+403)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,861 miles
    Test number
    363232921056
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass44,458 miles (+3,431)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    44,458 miles
    Test number
    998147845849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,027 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    41,027 miles
    Test number
    400836332021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail41,027 miles (+4,273)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,027 miles
    Test number
    630696417053
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass36,754 miles (+4,724)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    36,754 miles
    Test number
    931079273490
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  14. Pass32,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    32,030 miles
    Test number
    331548822787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail32,030 miles (+4,808)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,030 miles
    Test number
    438523518834
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass27,222 miles (+5,083)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    27,222 miles
    Test number
    917684432996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    22,139 miles
    Test number
    819129515126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail22,139 miles (-2,335)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,139 miles
    Test number
    205599015192
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteTyre pressures are low.

  19. Pass24,474 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    24,474 miles
    Test number
    359981724183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about J8 ESK

Does J8 ESK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 ESK is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 ESK?
The MOT on J8 ESK is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 ESK done?
J8 ESK was recorded at 83,444 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 4,987 miles a year.
Has J8 ESK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 ESK has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 ESK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J8 ESK find?
J8 ESK passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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