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Mercedes-Benz E

White · Petrol · 1994 · 2,199 cc

L1 FBSMOT history

L1 FBS is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 140,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
140,415 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 FBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 FBS was last recorded at 140,415 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 6,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
133,848 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,567 miles
Average per year
4,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,415 miles
  • 2025 – 133,848 miles
  • 2024 – 124,078 miles
  • 2023 – 114,397 miles
  • 2022 – 110,385 miles
  • 2021 – 106,513 miles
  • 2020 – 100,318 miles
  • 2019 – 95,550 miles
  • 2018 – 90,630 miles
  • 2017 – 86,917 miles
  • 2016 – 82,333 miles
  • 2015 – 78,636 miles
  • 2014 – 74,560 miles
  • 2013 – 70,017 miles
  • 2011 – 68,862 miles
  • 2010 – 66,849 miles
  • 2009 – 65,023 miles
  • 2008 – 63,391 miles
  • 2007 – 61,107 miles
  • 2005 – 57,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,415 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    140,415 miles
    Test number
    709055805537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail140,415 miles (+6,567)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,415 miles
    Test number
    531859553086
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass133,848 miles (+9,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    133,848 miles
    Test number
    835209170047
    • Advisory2 small holes in o\s\r inner wheel arch trim

  4. Pass124,078 miles (+9,681)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,078 miles
    Test number
    192024763990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass114,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    114,397 miles
    Test number
    254559399511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,397 miles (+4,012)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,397 miles
    Test number
    112045012901
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass110,385 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    110,385 miles
    Test number
    815305945127
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail110,385 miles (+3,872)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,385 miles
    Test number
    247890499431
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass106,513 miles (+6,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    106,513 miles
    Test number
    968412863485
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust outer skin rusty and poor

  10. Pass100,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    100,318 miles
    Test number
    668741997771
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield rusty & loose

  11. Fail100,318 miles (+4,768)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,318 miles
    Test number
    965505725084
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield rusty & loose

  12. Pass95,550 miles (+4,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    95,550 miles
    Test number
    808035687445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass90,630 miles (+3,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    90,630 miles
    Test number
    998494666418
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass86,917 miles (+4,584)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,917 miles
    Test number
    730510243957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose slight perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake hose slight perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray fitted

  15. Pass82,333 miles (+3,697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    82,333 miles
    Test number
    861031101434
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass78,636 miles (+4,076)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    78,636 miles
    Test number
    228622365442
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass74,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,560 miles
    Test number
    416805174152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail74,560 miles (+4,543)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,560 miles
    Test number
    186615074138
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

  19. Pass70,017 miles (+1,155)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,017 miles
    Test number
    449637173150
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  20. Pass68,862 miles (+2,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    68,862 miles
    Test number
    649968741363
    • 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)

  21. Pass66,849 miles (+1,826)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    66,849 miles
    Test number
    503367440350
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on outer edge

  22. Pass65,023 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    65,023 miles
    Test number
    154271959326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    63,391 miles
    Test number
    153774758360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,391 miles (+2,284)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,391 miles
    Test number
    854724058382
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

  25. Pass61,107 miles (+1,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    61,107 miles
    Test number
    991231267321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass59,863 miles (+1,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    59,863 miles
    Test number
    513174407079
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass57,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    57,900 miles
    Test number
    654194665347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 FBS

Does L1 FBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 FBS is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 FBS?
The MOT on L1 FBS is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 FBS done?
L1 FBS was recorded at 140,415 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 4,064 miles a year.
Has L1 FBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 FBS has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 FBS 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 FBS find?
L1 FBS passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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