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Mercedes-Benz E

Red · Petrol · 1992 · 2,299 cc

K87 VPEMOT history

K87 VPE is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 15 Oct 1992. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 150,859 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2024
Mileage
150,859 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,181 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K87 VPE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
15 Oct 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K87 VPE was last recorded at 150,859 miles on 15 Aug 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,856 miles · 9 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,181 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 150,859 miles
  • 2021 – 150,295 miles
  • 2019 – 141,778 miles
  • 2018 – 132,591 miles
  • 2017 – 131,664 miles
  • 2016 – 130,501 miles
  • 2015 – 127,241 miles
  • 2014 – 121,264 miles
  • 2013 – 113,566 miles
  • 2012 – 111,198 miles
  • 2011 – 110,404 miles
  • 2010 – 107,079 miles
  • 2009 – 100,905 miles
  • 2008 – 95,025 miles
  • 2007 – 93,362 miles
  • 2006 – 84,518 miles
  • 2005 – 74,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,859 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,859 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    150,859 miles
    Test number
    193593169712
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail150,856 miles (+561)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,856 miles
    Test number
    162174651454
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass150,295 miles (+8,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    150,295 miles
    Test number
    117287211237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  4. Pass141,778 miles (+9,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    141,778 miles
    Test number
    176218221046
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  5. Pass132,591 miles (+927)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    132,591 miles
    Test number
    255656430176
    • AdvisoryBrake 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rear slightly deteriorated

  6. Pass131,664 miles (+1,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    131,664 miles
    Test number
    494554283163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass130,501 miles (+3,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    130,501 miles
    Test number
    264206253976
    • 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)

  8. Pass127,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    127,241 miles
    Test number
    748420445163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail127,241 miles (+5,977)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,241 miles
    Test number
    259893935179
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  10. Pass121,264 miles (+7,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    121,264 miles
    Test number
    219903434414
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass113,566 miles (+2,368)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    113,566 miles
    Test number
    998064743127
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass111,198 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    111,198 miles
    Test number
    395128212142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside front inner wing/wheel arch becoming corroded

  13. Fail111,198 miles (+794)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,198 miles
    Test number
    385067212169
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside front inner wing/wheel arch becoming corroded

  14. Pass110,404 miles (+3,325)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    110,404 miles
    Test number
    968629921174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront chassis starting to corrode.

  15. Pass107,079 miles (+6,174)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    107,079 miles
    Test number
    414611840180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,905 miles (+5,880)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    100,905 miles
    Test number
    143151829129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,025 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    95,025 miles
    Test number
    213482248448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail95,016 miles (+1,654)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,016 miles
    Test number
    800931048119
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass93,362 miles (+8,844)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    93,362 miles
    Test number
    172943147198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass84,518 miles (+9,948)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2007
    Odometer
    84,518 miles
    Test number
    364150036165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass74,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2006
    Odometer
    74,570 miles
    Test number
    170197235175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail74,570 miles1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,570 miles
    Test number
    563157035122
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about K87 VPE

Does K87 VPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K87 VPE expired on 14 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K87 VPE?
The MOT on K87 VPE expired on 14 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K87 VPE done?
K87 VPE was recorded at 150,859 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2023, an average of 4,181 miles a year.
Has K87 VPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K87 VPE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on K87 VPE 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 K87 VPE find?
K87 VPE passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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