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Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

L16 DBMMOT history

L16 DBM is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 8 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 143,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

L16 DBM silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
143,579 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 DBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 DBM was last recorded at 143,579 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,405 miles · 13 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
174 miles
Average per year
7,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,579 miles
  • 2023 – 143,405 miles
  • 2022 – 131,210 miles
  • 2021 – 113,937 miles
  • 2020 – 105,430 miles
  • 2019 – 86,703 miles
  • 2018 – 75,900 miles
  • 2017 – 71,276 miles
  • 2016 – 67,635 miles
  • 2015 – 59,234 miles
  • 2013 – 46,912 miles
  • 2012 – 40,693 miles
  • 2011 – 35,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,579 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,579 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    143,579 miles
    Test number
    341522500802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass143,405 miles (+189)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    143,405 miles
    Test number
    121988031870
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Fail143,216 miles (+12,006)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,216 miles
    Test number
    406483897333
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted Spring clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

  4. Pass131,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,210 miles
    Test number
    461648066939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail131,210 miles (+17,273)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,210 miles
    Test number
    404014429721
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass113,937 miles (+8,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,937 miles
    Test number
    296099665840
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear box oil leak lower sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,430 miles (+18,727)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,430 miles
    Test number
    995994122309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,703 miles (+10,803)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,703 miles
    Test number
    592443287718
    • 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))

  9. Pass75,900 miles (+4,624)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    75,900 miles
    Test number
    790424604088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,276 miles (+3,641)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    71,276 miles
    Test number
    271099452030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,635 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,635 miles
    Test number
    216297634822
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail67,635 miles (+8,401)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,635 miles
    Test number
    245445463614
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass59,234 miles (+12,322)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,234 miles
    Test number
    148701445031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,912 miles (+6,219)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,912 miles
    Test number
    839609123166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,693 miles (+5,354)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    40,693 miles
    Test number
    216832232403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,339 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,339 miles
    Test number
    467723581014
    • NoteNearside rear seatbelt stork cover missing
    • NoteSlight fluffing offside front seatbelt

Questions about L16 DBM

Does L16 DBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 DBM is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 DBM?
The MOT on L16 DBM is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 DBM done?
L16 DBM was recorded at 143,579 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 7,285 miles a year.
Has L16 DBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 DBM has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L16 DBM 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 L16 DBM find?
L16 DBM passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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