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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Petrol · 1992 · 2,299 cc

K79 EULMOT history

K79 EUL is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 6 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 184,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2024
Mileage
184,648 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K79 EUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
6 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K79 EUL was last recorded at 184,648 miles on 6 Feb 2023, 122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,526 miles · 23 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
122 miles
Average per year
4,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 184,648 miles
  • 2022 – 181,228 miles
  • 2021 – 179,854 miles
  • 2019 – 177,942 miles
  • 2018 – 168,900 miles
  • 2016 – 162,156 miles
  • 2015 – 154,800 miles
  • 2014 – 146,983 miles
  • 2013 – 139,525 miles
  • 2012 – 132,091 miles
  • 2011 – 126,699 miles
  • 2010 – 126,255 miles
  • 2009 – 125,338 miles
  • 2008 – 124,637 miles
  • 2007 – 123,984 miles
  • 2006 – 120,867 miles
  • 2005 – 114,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,648 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,648 miles (+122)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    184,648 miles
    Test number
    352696312142
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail184,526 miles (+3,298)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,526 miles
    Test number
    750330333823
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,228 miles (+59)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    181,228 miles
    Test number
    911652450171
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail181,169 miles (+1,315)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,169 miles
    Test number
    649932959396
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass179,854 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    179,854 miles
    Test number
    128796061174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  6. Fail179,854 miles (+1,912)1 dangerous1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,854 miles
    Test number
    793332778142
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  7. Pass177,942 miles (+4,226)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    177,942 miles
    Test number
    827719480064
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN\s and o\s inner and outer anti role bar bushes warn
    • AdvisorySlight play in upper steering column bearing
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  8. Pass173,716 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    173,716 miles
    Test number
    810146804846
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN\S and O\S inner end outer anti role bar D bushes warn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  9. Fail173,716 miles (+4,816)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,716 miles
    Test number
    397367430468
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN\S and O\S inner end outer anti role bar D bushes warn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  10. Pass168,900 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    168,900 miles
    Test number
    327697409014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  11. Fail168,900 miles (+6,744)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,900 miles
    Test number
    303908852426
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  12. Pass162,156 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    162,156 miles
    Test number
    635168117903
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts outters (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak slight
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/sill covers fitted

  13. Fail162,156 miles (+7,356)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,156 miles
    Test number
    930860701657
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts outters (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak slight
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/sill covers fitted

  14. Pass154,800 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    154,800 miles
    Test number
    165941881182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside steering idler has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail154,800 miles (+7,817)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,800 miles
    Test number
    172513509452
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside steering idler has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass146,983 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    146,983 miles
    Test number
    839802404363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail146,983 miles (+7,458)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,983 miles
    Test number
    798491104315
    • FailureFront Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass139,525 miles (+7,434)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    139,525 miles
    Test number
    495602403445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass132,091 miles (+5,392)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    132,091 miles
    Test number
    605978592265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass126,699 miles (+444)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    126,699 miles
    Test number
    446370091213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass126,255 miles (+917)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    126,255 miles
    Test number
    601032990240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass125,338 miles (+701)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    125,338 miles
    Test number
    332045599495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass124,637 miles (+653)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    124,637 miles
    Test number
    380257188466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass123,984 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    123,984 miles
    Test number
    703146797262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail123,974 miles (+3,107)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,974 miles
    Test number
    242586987214
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/s & o/s rear chassis to subframe mountings rusty advise attention.
    • NoteN/s & o/s rear steel brake pipes rusty advise attention.

  26. Pass120,867 miles (+6,704)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    120,867 miles
    Test number
    381397386219
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s & o/s rear subframe mountings very rusty, advise attension.
    • NoteN/s rear tyre on limit, advise replacement.

  27. Pass114,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    114,163 miles
    Test number
    872725095218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K79 EUL

Does K79 EUL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K79 EUL expired on 5 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K79 EUL?
The MOT on K79 EUL expired on 5 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K79 EUL done?
K79 EUL was recorded at 184,648 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2023, an average of 4,076 miles a year.
Has K79 EUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K79 EUL has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on K79 EUL 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 K79 EUL find?
K79 EUL passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2023 with 11 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts; coil spring corroded both fronts; coil spring corroded both rears, and 8 more.

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