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Mercedes-Benz E

Brown · Petrol · 1993 · 1,997 cc

L106 BRTMOT history

L106 BRT is a brown petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 13 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 140,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2025
Mileage
140,856 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L106 BRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
13 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L106 BRT was last recorded at 140,856 miles on 30 Apr 2024, 3,344 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,512 miles · 6 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
3,344 miles
Average per year
2,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 140,856 miles
  • 2023 – 137,512 miles
  • 2022 – 133,431 miles
  • 2021 – 132,713 miles
  • 2020 – 132,492 miles
  • 2019 – 132,214 miles
  • 2018 – 131,902 miles
  • 2016 – 131,277 miles
  • 2015 – 129,523 miles
  • 2014 – 122,194 miles
  • 2013 – 118,959 miles
  • 2012 – 114,468 miles
  • 2011 – 109,817 miles
  • 2010 – 106,187 miles
  • 2009 – 101,679 miles
  • 2008 – 95,913 miles
  • 2007 – 92,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,856 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,856 miles (+3,344)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    140,856 miles
    Test number
    398313837863
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass137,512 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    137,512 miles
    Test number
    667431281891
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To and from rear T piece (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  3. Fail137,511 miles (+4,080)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,511 miles
    Test number
    350489219447
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To and from rear T piece (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit, worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  4. Pass133,431 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    133,431 miles
    Test number
    881644290761
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail133,426 miles (+713)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,426 miles
    Test number
    938339461301
    • MajorCentral Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass132,713 miles (+221)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    132,713 miles
    Test number
    891176079853
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass132,492 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,492 miles
    Test number
    316581309172
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail132,492 miles (+278)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,492 miles
    Test number
    955609000493
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass132,214 miles (+1)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    132,214 miles
    Test number
    469770240704
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar 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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar 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))

  10. Fail132,213 miles (+311)2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,213 miles
    Test number
    557019643466
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar 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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar 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))

  11. Pass131,902 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    131,902 miles
    Test number
    203446569517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer egde (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner egde
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail131,901 miles (+624)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,901 miles
    Test number
    787962090732
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer egde (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner egde
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass131,277 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    131,277 miles
    Test number
    835650105061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail131,277 miles (+1,754)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,277 miles
    Test number
    813766230620
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass129,523 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    129,523 miles
    Test number
    522631978360
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail129,523 miles (+2,742)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,523 miles
    Test number
    335298203461
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass126,781 miles (+4,587)10 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    126,781 miles
    Test number
    709957705078
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass122,194 miles (+3,235)12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    122,194 miles
    Test number
    419863724080
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll rear suspension bushes deteriorating
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  19. Pass118,959 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    118,959 miles
    Test number
    809140933054
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail118,959 miles (+4,491)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,959 miles
    Test number
    748040433014
    • DangerousNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass114,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    114,468 miles
    Test number
    615582112058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail114,468 miles (+4,651)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,468 miles
    Test number
    376402612089
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass109,817 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    109,817 miles
    Test number
    599819311020
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  24. Fail109,817 miles (+3,630)2 failures2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,817 miles
    Test number
    416698911056
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  25. Fail106,187 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,187 miles
    Test number
    261946800068
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre low/nail in traed
    • NoteOil leak rear diff
    • NoteSlight play in front roll bar bushes

  26. Pass106,187 miles (+4,508)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    106,187 miles
    Test number
    572646800004
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre low/nail in traed
    • NoteOil leak rear diff
    • NoteSlight play in front roll bar bushes

  27. Pass101,679 miles (+5,766)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    101,679 miles
    Test number
    541504419007
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate

  28. Pass95,913 miles (+3,705)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    95,913 miles
    Test number
    910208918031
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  29. Pass92,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    92,208 miles
    Test number
    914687717044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L106 BRT

Does L106 BRT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L106 BRT expired on 29 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L106 BRT?
The MOT on L106 BRT expired on 29 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L106 BRT done?
L106 BRT was recorded at 140,856 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2024, an average of 2,815 miles a year.
Has L106 BRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L106 BRT has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L106 BRT 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 L106 BRT find?
L106 BRT passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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