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Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

L1 EWBMOT history

L1 EWB is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 23 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 115,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

L1 EWB grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
115,469 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 EWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 EWB was last recorded at 115,469 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 5,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,284 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,185 miles
Average per year
5,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,469 miles
  • 2025 – 110,284 miles
  • 2024 – 104,862 miles
  • 2023 – 98,318 miles
  • 2022 – 97,743 miles
  • 2021 – 83,154 miles
  • 2020 – 82,883 miles
  • 2019 – 81,682 miles
  • 2018 – 80,098 miles
  • 2017 – 76,994 miles
  • 2016 – 72,641 miles
  • 2015 – 67,197 miles
  • 2014 – 60,996 miles
  • 2013 – 54,682 miles
  • 2012 – 48,030 miles
  • 2011 – 39,551 miles
  • 2010 – 30,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,469 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.

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,469 miles (+5,185)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    115,469 miles
    Test number
    644558046312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass110,284 miles (+5,422)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    110,284 miles
    Test number
    297619407917
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Pass104,862 miles (+6,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    104,862 miles
    Test number
    931403936925
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass98,318 miles (+575)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    98,318 miles
    Test number
    626478191398
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush in lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush in lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear Exhaust mounting brackets heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front Brake Backing Plate detached, temporarily secured
  5. Pass97,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    97,743 miles
    Test number
    213241759884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail97,743 miles (+14,589)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,743 miles
    Test number
    462423861583
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  7. Pass83,154 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    83,154 miles
    Test number
    640548438985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,883 miles (+1,201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    82,883 miles
    Test number
    566357970301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass81,682 miles (+1,584)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,682 miles
    Test number
    330919947519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,098 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,098 miles
    Test number
    164308544650
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Fail80,022 miles (+3,028)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,022 miles
    Test number
    659931582350
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass76,994 miles (+4,353)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,994 miles
    Test number
    353428371176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass72,641 miles (+5,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    72,641 miles
    Test number
    613344535626
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
  14. Pass67,197 miles (+6,201)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    67,197 miles
    Test number
    217531315118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,996 miles (+278)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,996 miles
    Test number
    445964714187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail60,718 miles (+6,036)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,718 miles
    Test number
    236215204410
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass54,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,682 miles
    Test number
    198553713165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,682 miles (+6,652)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,682 miles
    Test number
    238449503189
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  19. Pass48,030 miles (+8,479)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,030 miles
    Test number
    278889402400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,551 miles
    Test number
    575239001172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,547 miles (+9,388)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,547 miles
    Test number
    858669101190
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
  22. Pass30,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,159 miles
    Test number
    381479200134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 EWB

Does L1 EWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 EWB is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 EWB?
The MOT on L1 EWB is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 EWB done?
L1 EWB was recorded at 115,469 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 5,264 miles a year.
Has L1 EWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 EWB has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on L1 EWB 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 L1 EWB find?
L1 EWB passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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