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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 5,439 cc

J8 FVNMOT history

J8 FVN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 12 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 148,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

J8 FVN silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
148,076 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 FVN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 FVN was last recorded at 148,076 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,076 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,076 miles
  • 2024 – 145,794 miles
  • 2023 – 143,102 miles
  • 2022 – 140,199 miles
  • 2021 – 137,373 miles
  • 2020 – 136,664 miles
  • 2019 – 134,870 miles
  • 2018 – 131,795 miles
  • 2017 – 127,585 miles
  • 2016 – 121,183 miles
  • 2015 – 121,170 miles
  • 2014 – 114,448 miles
  • 2013 – 109,160 miles
  • 2012 – 103,575 miles
  • 2011 – 95,228 miles
  • 2010 – 88,467 miles
  • 2009 – 77,669 miles
  • 2008 – 60,562 miles
  • 2007 – 50,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,076 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding up (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,076 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    148,076 miles
    Test number
    905523778059
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding up (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail148,076 miles (+2,282)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,076 miles
    Test number
    874016563246
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured inner edge (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding up (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass145,794 miles (+2,692)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    145,794 miles
    Test number
    554131024348
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp is condensated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm but worn edges , inner showing layers and cracking between treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust clamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass143,102 miles (+2)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    143,102 miles
    Test number
    170118501268
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light 3rd lamp lense cracked (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm but worn inner edge and inner sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm but worn inner edge showing layers and inner sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail143,100 miles (+2,901)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,100 miles
    Test number
    891321090579
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light 3rd lamp lense cracked (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm but worn inner edge and inner sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm but worn inner edge showing layers and inner sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass140,199 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    140,199 miles
    Test number
    993324897493
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing inner edges , rest of tread is 6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront undertray slightly loose

  7. Fail140,197 miles (+2,824)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,197 miles
    Test number
    914915102172
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing inner edges , rest of tread is 6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront undertray slightly loose

  8. Pass137,373 miles (+709)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    137,373 miles
    Test number
    283059533718
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding up (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing on inner edges treads are 6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between tread on inner edge (tread is 5mm) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass136,664 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    136,664 miles
    Test number
    497652170702
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail136,664 miles (+1,794)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,664 miles
    Test number
    407506527862
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass134,870 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,870 miles
    Test number
    796816613960
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush perishing slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush perishing slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  12. Fail134,869 miles (+3,074)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,869 miles
    Test number
    338411713627
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush perishing slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush perishing slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  13. Pass131,795 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    131,795 miles
    Test number
    203527063262
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail131,793 miles (+4,208)3 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,793 miles
    Test number
    166005805014
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. and binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad beginning to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass127,585 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    127,585 miles
    Test number
    636147872569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail127,578 miles (+6,395)3 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,578 miles
    Test number
    513154310746
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both sides (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass121,183 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    121,183 miles
    Test number
    931137009643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    121,170 miles
    Test number
    515225542140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail121,170 miles (+6,722)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,170 miles
    Test number
    919958385856
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  20. Pass114,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    114,448 miles
    Test number
    438995604213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail114,448 miles (+5,288)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,448 miles
    Test number
    565024604295
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass109,160 miles (+5,585)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    109,160 miles
    Test number
    447500913247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass103,575 miles (+8,347)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    103,575 miles
    Test number
    699838202243
    • NoteOffside front tyre showing slight wear

  24. Pass95,228 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    95,228 miles
    Test number
    948209201205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail95,201 miles (+6,734)1 dangerous5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,201 miles
    Test number
    187188501252
    • DangerousBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wall showing slight deteration to inner wall

  26. Pass88,467 miles (+10,798)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    88,467 miles
    Test number
    600807190122
    • NotePlastic covers over sill panels

  27. Pass77,669 miles (+17,107)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    77,669 miles
    Test number
    194442909219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass60,562 miles (+9,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    60,562 miles
    Test number
    522433598184
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass50,834 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    50,834 miles
    Test number
    363375377419
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  30. Fail50,834 miles2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,834 miles
    Test number
    310855377494
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about J8 FVN

Does J8 FVN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 FVN is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on J8 FVN?
The MOT on J8 FVN is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 FVN done?
J8 FVN was recorded at 148,076 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 5,370 miles a year.
Has J8 FVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 FVN has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on J8 FVN 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 J8 FVN find?
J8 FVN passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective clouding up; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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