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Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 2,987 cc

L16 DMTMOT history

L16 DMT is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 119,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

L16 DMT silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
119,017 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 DMT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
31 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 DMT was last recorded at 119,017 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 1,700 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,317 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,700 miles
Average per year
5,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,017 miles
  • 2025 – 117,317 miles
  • 2024 – 114,838 miles
  • 2023 – 111,807 miles
  • 2022 – 109,290 miles
  • 2021 – 105,046 miles
  • 2020 – 100,934 miles
  • 2019 – 96,657 miles
  • 2018 – 91,838 miles
  • 2017 – 87,033 miles
  • 2016 – 77,669 miles
  • 2015 – 67,327 miles
  • 2014 – 58,202 miles
  • 2013 – 47,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,017 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Complete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Sill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Engine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,017 miles (+1,700)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    119,017 miles
    Test number
    485701706721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,317 miles (+2,479)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    117,317 miles
    Test number
    333667502632
    • AdvisoryCARRIED OUT VEHICLE INSPECTION UNDER WET CONDITIONS.
    • AdvisoryComplete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components
    • AdvisorySill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.
  3. Pass114,838 miles (+3,031)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    114,838 miles
    Test number
    225407117098
    • AdvisoryComplete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.
  4. Pass111,807 miles (+2,517)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    111,807 miles
    Test number
    545942391345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass109,290 miles (+4,244)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    222017378792
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (inner & outer edges ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides ( inner & outer edges) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryComplete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySill cover body panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust system.
  6. Pass105,046 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    105,046 miles
    Test number
    338065208829
    • AdvisoryComplete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySill cover panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable components.
  7. Fail105,046 miles (+4,112)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,046 miles
    Test number
    509663924114
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryComplete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under body cover panels fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySill cover panels fitted preventing full inspection of some testable components.
  8. Pass100,934 miles (+4,277)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    100,934 miles
    Test number
    202314540335
    • AdvisoryComplete under body cover panels fitted concealing some testable components.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection of lower sills
  9. Pass96,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,657 miles
    Test number
    495778498416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,657 miles (+4,819)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,657 miles
    Test number
    997208489583
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted
  11. Pass91,838 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,838 miles
    Test number
    918656304789
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Fail91,838 miles (+4,805)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,838 miles
    Test number
    766060108686
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  13. Pass87,033 miles (+9,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,033 miles
    Test number
    446377679742
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass77,669 miles (+10,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,669 miles
    Test number
    767501678102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Pass67,327 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,327 miles
    Test number
    256383455124
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Fail67,327 miles (+9,125)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,327 miles
    Test number
    136693955146
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass58,202 miles (+10,602)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,202 miles
    Test number
    316954354170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront offside tyre wearing on the innner edge
  18. Pass47,600 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,600 miles
    Test number
    159889843166
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about L16 DMT

Does L16 DMT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 DMT is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 DMT?
The MOT on L16 DMT is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 DMT done?
L16 DMT was recorded at 119,017 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 5,393 miles a year.
Has L16 DMT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 DMT has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on L16 DMT 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 DMT find?
L16 DMT passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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