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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

L20 DSRMOT history

L20 DSR is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 6 Feb 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 100,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

L20 DSR grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
100,614 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 DSR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
6 Feb 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 DSR was last recorded at 100,614 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,587 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
8,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,614 miles
  • 2025 – 92,139 miles
  • 2024 – 83,674 miles
  • 2023 – 78,005 miles
  • 2022 – 66,845 miles
  • 2021 – 59,305 miles
  • 2020 – 55,370 miles
  • 2019 – 49,258 miles
  • 2018 – 42,972 miles
  • 2017 – 35,234 miles
  • 2016 – 24,437 miles
  • 2015 – 12,731 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,614 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,614 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    100,614 miles
    Test number
    501904963483
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail100,587 miles (+8,448)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,587 miles
    Test number
    882737882582
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass92,139 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    92,139 miles
    Test number
    145141903790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail92,135 miles (+8,461)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,135 miles
    Test number
    513270410153
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass83,674 miles (+5,669)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    83,674 miles
    Test number
    278896945637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,005 miles
    Test number
    348681933133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,005 miles (+11,160)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,005 miles
    Test number
    743547846912
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2 x deep cut on outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  8. Pass66,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,845 miles
    Test number
    788395369705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,845 miles (+7,540)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,845 miles
    Test number
    737661343695
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Pin up. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass59,305 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    59,305 miles
    Test number
    455348282139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail59,301 miles (+3,931)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,301 miles
    Test number
    802984187289
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working Wing repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass55,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,370 miles
    Test number
    809462694301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,370 miles (+6,112)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,370 miles
    Test number
    739874069601
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
  14. Pass49,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    49,258 miles
    Test number
    566332484137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,258 miles (+6,286)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,258 miles
    Test number
    456111007399
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  16. Pass42,972 miles (+7,738)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,972 miles
    Test number
    365779179318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,234 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    35,234 miles
    Test number
    290731560955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,205 miles (+10,768)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,205 miles
    Test number
    261066961074
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass24,437 miles (+11,706)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    24,437 miles
    Test number
    444913217810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    12,731 miles
    Test number
    718447375046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 DSR

Does L20 DSR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 DSR is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 DSR?
The MOT on L20 DSR is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 DSR done?
L20 DSR was recorded at 100,614 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 8,102 miles a year.
Has L20 DSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 DSR has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 DSR 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 L20 DSR find?
L20 DSR passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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