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Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

J9 EMPMOT history

J9 EMP is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 16 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 105,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

J9 EMP grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
105,956 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 EMP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 EMP was last recorded at 105,956 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,956 miles · 15 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,956 miles
  • 2025 – 101,763 miles
  • 2024 – 96,971 miles
  • 2023 – 94,200 miles
  • 2022 – 89,766 miles
  • 2021 – 83,403 miles
  • 2020 – 79,146 miles
  • 2019 – 70,320 miles
  • 2018 – 62,369 miles
  • 2017 – 56,010 miles
  • 2016 – 46,252 miles
  • 2015 – 32,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,956 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,956 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    105,956 miles
    Test number
    610820066241
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail105,956 miles (+4,193)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,956 miles
    Test number
    763738848394
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass101,763 miles (+4,792)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    101,763 miles
    Test number
    202489678798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass96,971 miles (+2,771)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,971 miles
    Test number
    981467624337
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass94,200 miles (+4,434)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,200 miles
    Test number
    856931965194
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass89,766 miles (+6,363)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    89,766 miles
    Test number
    765752993649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,403 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    83,403 miles
    Test number
    246826680644
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail83,403 miles (+4,257)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,403 miles
    Test number
    643459176104
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass79,146 miles (+8,826)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    79,146 miles
    Test number
    373584756439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,320 miles (+7,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,320 miles
    Test number
    376709160128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass62,369 miles (+6,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    62,369 miles
    Test number
    261207833239
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre side wall slight damage

  12. Pass56,010 miles (+9,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    56,010 miles
    Test number
    471498147935
    • AdvisoryNo emissions reading

  13. Pass46,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    46,252 miles
    Test number
    161358662310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,252 miles (+13,570)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,252 miles
    Test number
    295949445342
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass32,682 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    32,682 miles
    Test number
    797053915060
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about J9 EMP

Does J9 EMP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 EMP is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 EMP?
The MOT on J9 EMP is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 EMP done?
J9 EMP was recorded at 105,956 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 6,269 miles a year.
Has J9 EMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 EMP has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 EMP 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 J9 EMP find?
J9 EMP passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both.

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