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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L14 RLDMOT history

L14 RLD is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 27 Jan 2012. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2024 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 159,581 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2023.

L14 RLD black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2024
Mileage
159,581 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2023
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L14 RLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2024
Latest MOT test
3 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L14 RLD was last recorded at 159,581 miles on 3 May 2023, 25,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,337 miles · 3 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
25,244 miles
Average per year
14,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 159,581 miles
  • 2020 – 134,337 miles
  • 2019 – 120,257 miles
  • 2018 – 98,424 miles
  • 2017 – 73,805 miles
  • 2016 – 62,213 miles
  • 2015 – 42,859 miles
  • 2014 – 30,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,581 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 16 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,581 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    159,581 miles
    Test number
    123528045268
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail159,575 miles1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,575 miles
    Test number
    369255145709
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass232,053 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    232,053 km
    Test number
    306994279494
    • AdvisoryNo acceleration detected on smoke test

  4. Pass134,337 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    134,337 miles
    Test number
    756005990889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail134,304 miles (+14,047)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,304 miles
    Test number
    545778629234
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass120,257 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    120,257 miles
    Test number
    508746858281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail120,257 miles (+21,833)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,257 miles
    Test number
    778426128948
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass98,424 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    98,424 miles
    Test number
    405471097454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  9. Fail98,424 miles (+24,619)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,424 miles
    Test number
    905999252837
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  10. Pass73,805 miles (+11,592)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    73,805 miles
    Test number
    688053596952
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass62,213 miles (+19,354)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,213 miles
    Test number
    732743398402
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres scrubbing inner edges.
    • AdvisoryItem removed before test.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cuts to outer wall, no cords showing at this stage.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cuts to outer wall, no cords showing at this stage.

  12. Pass42,859 miles (+12,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    42,859 miles
    Test number
    205742904391
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cuts in outer sidewalls

  13. Pass30,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    30,390 miles
    Test number
    385899354400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L14 RLD

Does L14 RLD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L14 RLD expired on 2 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L14 RLD?
The MOT on L14 RLD expired on 2 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L14 RLD done?
L14 RLD was recorded at 159,581 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2023, an average of 14,975 miles a year.
Has L14 RLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L14 RLD has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L14 RLD 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 L14 RLD find?
L14 RLD passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both side; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both side, and 1 more.

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