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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 3,222 cc

J9 PPRMOT history

J9 PPR is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 140,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

J9 PPR silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
140,227 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 PPR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 PPR was last recorded at 140,227 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,213 miles · 9 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
4,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,227 miles
  • 2024 – 138,336 miles
  • 2023 – 137,601 miles
  • 2022 – 136,921 miles
  • 2021 – 134,031 miles
  • 2020 – 131,289 miles
  • 2019 – 126,956 miles
  • 2018 – 120,118 miles
  • 2017 – 115,955 miles
  • 2015 – 110,331 miles
  • 2014 – 105,354 miles
  • 2013 – 101,020 miles
  • 2012 – 96,034 miles
  • 2011 – 90,321 miles
  • 2010 – 84,338 miles
  • 2009 – 79,892 miles
  • 2008 – 74,508 miles
  • 2007 – 67,600 miles
  • 2006 – 60,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,227 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle front mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear exhaust in poor condition and one mounting missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,227 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    140,227 miles
    Test number
    961825429763
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle front mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail140,213 miles (+1,877)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,213 miles
    Test number
    969606837127
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arm mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arm mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle front mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,336 miles (+735)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    138,336 miles
    Test number
    433515077924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,601 miles (+680)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    137,601 miles
    Test number
    478824529515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass136,921 miles (+2,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    136,921 miles
    Test number
    232724285315
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass134,031 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    134,031 miles
    Test number
    423972972236
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail133,997 miles (+2,708)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,997 miles
    Test number
    915211040872
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer chassis suspension bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass131,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    131,289 miles
    Test number
    830662339482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail131,289 miles (+4,333)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,289 miles
    Test number
    373746976598
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass126,956 miles (+5,306)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,956 miles
    Test number
    738429138492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,650 miles
    Test number
    154612883893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail121,649 miles (+1,531)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,649 miles
    Test number
    835061617377
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick X2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Rack end knuckle joint. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass120,118 miles (+4,163)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    120,118 miles
    Test number
    340889050519
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBonnet stiff to open

  14. Pass115,955 miles (+5,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    115,955 miles
    Test number
    671392267638
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s front and both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass110,331 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    110,331 miles
    Test number
    179109132827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition and one mounting missing

  16. Fail110,331 miles (+4,977)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,331 miles
    Test number
    636728156028
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition and one mounting missing

  17. Pass105,354 miles (+4,334)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    105,354 miles
    Test number
    649289804330
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust mount broken
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty

  18. Pass101,020 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    101,020 miles
    Test number
    445646193235
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

  19. Fail101,020 miles (+4,986)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,020 miles
    Test number
    835665793224
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass96,034 miles (+5,713)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    96,034 miles
    Test number
    516107212324
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust poor

  21. Pass90,321 miles (+5,983)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    90,321 miles
    Test number
    289223411345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,338 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    84,338 miles
    Test number
    833622710330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail84,247 miles (+4,355)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,247 miles
    Test number
    241719390271
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass79,892 miles (+169)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    79,892 miles
    Test number
    351027909329
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge .

  25. Fail79,723 miles (+5,215)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,723 miles
    Test number
    383776499435
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge .

  26. Pass74,508 miles (+6,908)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    74,508 miles
    Test number
    410561998210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass67,600 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    67,600 miles
    Test number
    422187997221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail67,443 miles (+7,308)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,443 miles
    Test number
    361180097458
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

  29. Pass60,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    60,135 miles
    Test number
    480587316383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 PPR

Does J9 PPR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 PPR is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on J9 PPR?
The MOT on J9 PPR is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 PPR done?
J9 PPR was recorded at 140,227 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 4,193 miles a year.
Has J9 PPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 PPR has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on J9 PPR 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 PPR find?
J9 PPR passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle front mounting points.

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