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Mercedes-Benz E

Green · Petrol · 1994 · 2,799 cc

L20 JATMOT history

L20 JAT is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 24 Mar 1994. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 160,151 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2024
Mileage
160,151 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 JAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
24 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 JAT was last recorded at 160,151 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 5,672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,479 miles · 7 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
5,672 miles
Average per year
3,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,151 miles
  • 2022 – 154,479 miles
  • 2021 – 148,042 miles
  • 2020 – 147,824 miles
  • 2019 – 145,153 miles
  • 2018 – 141,328 miles
  • 2016 – 137,267 miles
  • 2015 – 135,547 miles
  • 2014 – 128,620 miles
  • 2010 – 122,874 miles
  • 2009 – 119,222 miles
  • 2008 – 115,715 miles
  • 2007 – 110,120 miles
  • 2005 – 96,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,151 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryThe condition of the front and rear brake pad linings requires investigation

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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    160,151 miles
    Test number
    497835569707
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe condition of the front and rear brake pad linings requires investigation

  2. Fail160,151 miles (+5,672)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,151 miles
    Test number
    121300789247
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe condition of the front and rear brake pad linings requires investigation

  3. Pass154,479 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    154,479 miles
    Test number
    462753576577
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,471 miles (+80)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,471 miles
    Test number
    634104028237
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated ns/and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded engine bay
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail154,391 miles (+6,349)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,391 miles
    Test number
    866697101024
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass148,042 miles (+218)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    148,042 miles
    Test number
    323088163091
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass147,824 miles (+7)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    147,824 miles
    Test number
    970017044994
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail147,817 miles (+2,664)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,817 miles
    Test number
    877202806763
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass145,153 miles (+3,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,153 miles
    Test number
    382829879215
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  10. Pass141,328 miles (+4,061)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    141,328 miles
    Test number
    841021465195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass137,267 miles (+1,720)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    137,267 miles
    Test number
    814961358964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass135,547 miles (+6,927)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    135,547 miles
    Test number
    157980475693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass128,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    128,620 miles
    Test number
    357256224235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail128,620 miles (+5,746)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,620 miles
    Test number
    295095024244
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass122,874 miles (+3,652)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    122,874 miles
    Test number
    161148280179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass119,222 miles (+3,507)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    119,222 miles
    Test number
    601611319196
    • NoteRear exhaust tail pipe

  17. Pass115,715 miles (+5,595)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    115,715 miles
    Test number
    291861918098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass110,120 miles (+13,214)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    110,120 miles
    Test number
    802653907082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass96,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    96,906 miles
    Test number
    102209355236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 JAT

Does L20 JAT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L20 JAT expired on 6 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L20 JAT?
The MOT on L20 JAT expired on 6 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L20 JAT done?
L20 JAT was recorded at 160,151 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 3,490 miles a year.
Has L20 JAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 JAT has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L20 JAT 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 JAT find?
L20 JAT passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; the condition of the front and rear brake pad linings requires investigation.

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