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Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

L16 JEFMOT history

L16 JEF is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 88,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

L16 JEF silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
88,667 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 JEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 JEF was last recorded at 88,667 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,615 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
5,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,667 miles
  • 2024 – 84,271 miles
  • 2023 – 79,228 miles
  • 2022 – 66,200 miles
  • 2021 – 50,621 miles
  • 2020 – 37,183 miles
  • 2019 – 28,833 miles
  • 2018 – 22,545 miles
  • 2017 – 20,205 miles
  • 2016 – 16,178 miles
  • 2015 – 8,844 miles
  • 2014 – 8,429 miles
  • 2013 – 8,091 miles
  • 2012 – 6,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,667 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Protective undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread lozenges inside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing in crntral

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread lozenges inside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing in central

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,667 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    88,667 miles
    Test number
    954450674200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail88,615 miles (+4,344)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,615 miles
    Test number
    446726381667
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass84,271 miles (+5,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    84,271 miles
    Test number
    122301626678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass79,228 miles (+13,028)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,228 miles
    Test number
    706612097398
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryProtective undertrays fitted

  5. Pass66,200 miles (+62)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    66,200 miles
    Test number
    362189522079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread lozenges inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing in crntral (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread lozenges inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing in central (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated with grease
    • AdvisoryUndertrat and full floor covers fitted obscuring some components

  6. Fail66,138 miles (+15,517)2 major2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,138 miles
    Test number
    569649704992
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower back ball pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower back ball pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread lozenges inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing in crntral (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread lozenges inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing in central (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated with grease
    • AdvisoryUndertrat and full floor covers fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass50,621 miles (+105)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,621 miles
    Test number
    612118921850
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  8. Fail50,516 miles (+13,333)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,516 miles
    Test number
    746492787778
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  9. Pass37,183 miles (+8,350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    37,183 miles
    Test number
    652104274359
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryProtective undertrays fitted

  10. Pass28,833 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    28,833 miles
    Test number
    961143919702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,632 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    25,632 miles
    Test number
    219755958571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail25,611 miles (+3,066)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,611 miles
    Test number
    102364023584
    • MajorSeat belt buckle damaged rear centre broken (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge side wall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge splits in side wall (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass22,545 miles (+2,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    22,545 miles
    Test number
    197752275852
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads worn to 3mm

  14. Pass20,205 miles (+4,027)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    20,205 miles
    Test number
    750846429607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,178 miles (+7,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    16,178 miles
    Test number
    461432722049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre side wall kerb damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass8,844 miles (+415)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    8,844 miles
    Test number
    196720625053
    • NoteFront left tyre has slight sidewall damage

  17. Pass8,429 miles (+338)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    8,429 miles
    Test number
    697442424064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,091 miles (+1,544)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    8,091 miles
    Test number
    696914823097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass6,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    6,547 miles
    Test number
    579104022088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 JEF

Does L16 JEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 JEF is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L16 JEF?
The MOT on L16 JEF is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 JEF done?
L16 JEF was recorded at 88,667 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 5,956 miles a year.
Has L16 JEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 JEF has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 JEF 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 JEF find?
L16 JEF passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside rear exhaust mounting defective.

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