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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 3,199 cc

K74 YBDMOT history

K74 YBD is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 11 Sept 1992. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 53,808 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
53,808 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K74 YBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
11 Sept 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K74 YBD was last recorded at 53,808 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 10,880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,928 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
10,880 miles
Average per year
1,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,808 miles
  • 2025 – 42,928 miles
  • 2020 – 42,868 miles
  • 2019 – 42,599 miles
  • 2018 – 41,892 miles
  • 2017 – 41,094 miles
  • 2016 – 40,234 miles
  • 2015 – 39,143 miles
  • 2014 – 33,806 miles
  • 2013 – 32,919 miles
  • 2012 – 32,188 miles
  • 2011 – 30,993 miles
  • 2010 – 30,096 miles
  • 2009 – 29,176 miles
  • 2008 – 27,453 miles
  • 2007 – 25,301 miles
  • 2006 – 22,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,808 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side front (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,808 miles (+10,880)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    53,808 miles
    Test number
    171335844220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass42,928 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    42,928 miles
    Test number
    287966590451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail42,923 miles (+55)2 major1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,923 miles
    Test number
    882698654787
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass42,868 miles (+269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    42,868 miles
    Test number
    784565503654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass42,599 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    42,599 miles
    Test number
    206441307948
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail42,599 miles (+707)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,599 miles
    Test number
    293048405810
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass41,892 miles (+798)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    41,892 miles
    Test number
    282377002212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,094 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    41,094 miles
    Test number
    117510892208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,234 miles (+1,091)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    40,234 miles
    Test number
    797640353819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,143 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    39,143 miles
    Test number
    525253104032
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side front (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail39,142 miles (+5,336)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,142 miles
    Test number
    999235747164
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side front (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass33,806 miles (+887)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    33,806 miles
    Test number
    407781354313
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BOTTOM BALL JOINT DUST COVERS STARTING TO DETERIATE
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PIPES SLIGHTLY CORRODED

  13. Pass32,919 miles (+731)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    32,919 miles
    Test number
    428948943414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,188 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    32,188 miles
    Test number
    929079092162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,993 miles (+897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,993 miles
    Test number
    515816201265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass30,096 miles (+920)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,096 miles
    Test number
    552061720213
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass29,176 miles (+1,723)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,176 miles
    Test number
    931229419248
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass27,453 miles (+2,152)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,453 miles
    Test number
    932618308239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass25,301 miles (+2,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,301 miles
    Test number
    411709707226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass22,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    22,834 miles
    Test number
    620713006216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K74 YBD

Does K74 YBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K74 YBD is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K74 YBD?
The MOT on K74 YBD is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K74 YBD done?
K74 YBD was recorded at 53,808 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 1,551 miles a year.
Has K74 YBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K74 YBD has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on K74 YBD 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 K74 YBD find?
K74 YBD passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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