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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,151 cc

K40 HLAMOT history

K40 HLA is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 5 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 190,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2024.

K40 HLA blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2025
Mileage
190,635 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,508 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 HLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 HLA was last recorded at 190,635 miles on 3 Oct 2024, 1,983 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,652 miles · 23 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,983 miles
Average per year
5,508 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 190,635 miles
  • 2023 – 188,652 miles
  • 2022 – 186,852 miles
  • 2021 – 185,239 miles
  • 2020 – 183,600 miles
  • 2019 – 179,238 miles
  • 2018 – 172,350 miles
  • 2017 – 167,639 miles
  • 2016 – 161,736 miles
  • 2015 – 153,085 miles
  • 2014 – 147,128 miles
  • 2013 – 139,908 miles
  • 2012 – 131,813 miles
  • 2011 – 125,660 miles
  • 2010 – 121,667 miles
  • 2009 – 118,066 miles
  • 2008 – 108,452 miles
  • 2007 – 100,237 miles
  • 2006 – 91,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,635 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle has general underbody corrosion to various areas including, but not limited to, integral body structures, suspension components, steering components and braking components

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 corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,635 miles (+1,983)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    190,635 miles
    Test number
    304411846966
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has general underbody corrosion to various areas including, but not limited to, integral body structures, suspension components, steering components and braking components

  2. Pass188,652 miles (+1,800)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    188,652 miles
    Test number
    219393790191
    • MinorCentral Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody is covered in underseal, including sections of repair, hindering inspection

  3. Pass186,852 miles (+1,613)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    186,852 miles
    Test number
    698305254301
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and Offside (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody is covered in underseal, including sections of repair, hindering inspection

  4. Pass185,239 miles (+1,639)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    185,239 miles
    Test number
    272669562694
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and Offside (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four wheel arches slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody is covered in underseal, including sections of repair, hindering inspection

  5. Pass183,600 miles (+25)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    183,600 miles
    Test number
    721316519146
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside wheel arches slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody of vehicle covered in underseal

  6. Fail183,575 miles (+4,337)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,575 miles
    Test number
    891056804821
    • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel arches corroded

  7. Pass179,238 miles (+6,888)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    179,238 miles
    Test number
    991331266305
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sidetrays fitted to the vehicle

  8. Pass172,350 miles (+4,711)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    172,350 miles
    Test number
    787812309649
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass167,639 miles (+5,903)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    167,639 miles
    Test number
    662070816086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass161,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    161,736 miles
    Test number
    494965763630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail161,736 miles (+8,651)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,736 miles
    Test number
    141451612979
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

  12. Pass153,085 miles (+5,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    153,085 miles
    Test number
    890108742720
    • AdvisoryN/S/F O/S/F TYRE WORN BRAKE PIPES CORODED BRAKE PADS WORN

  13. Pass147,128 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    147,128 miles
    Test number
    709145974288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail147,128 miles (+7,220)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,128 miles
    Test number
    778975074219
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass139,908 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    139,908 miles
    Test number
    809731173241
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail139,904 miles (+8,091)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,904 miles
    Test number
    349791673283
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass131,813 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    131,813 miles
    Test number
    859015572226
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail131,813 miles (+6,153)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,813 miles
    Test number
    358393872282
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail125,660 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,660 miles
    Test number
    326394971291
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass125,660 miles (+3,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    125,660 miles
    Test number
    596514371236
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass121,667 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    121,667 miles
    Test number
    261017070266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass118,066 miles (+9,614)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    118,066 miles
    Test number
    804072299281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass108,452 miles (+8,215)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    108,452 miles
    Test number
    213297068224
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront pads and disc's low 2,000 miles will need new disc's and pads.

  24. Pass100,237 miles (+8,460)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    100,237 miles
    Test number
    813725097255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass91,777 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    91,777 miles
    Test number
    430486196283
    • 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)

Questions about K40 HLA

Does K40 HLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K40 HLA expired on 22 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K40 HLA?
The MOT on K40 HLA expired on 22 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K40 HLA done?
K40 HLA was recorded at 190,635 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2024, an average of 5,508 miles a year.
Has K40 HLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 HLA has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on K40 HLA 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 K40 HLA find?
K40 HLA passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 8 more.

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