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Mercedes-Benz E

Maroon · Petrol · 1998 · 2,398 cc

L22 ALCMOT history

L22 ALC is a maroon petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 63,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2024.

L22 ALC maroon Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2025
Mileage
63,570 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 ALC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 ALC was last recorded at 63,570 miles on 1 Oct 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,569 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 63,570 miles
  • 2023 – 63,569 miles
  • 2021 – 63,526 miles
  • 2020 – 63,381 miles
  • 2019 – 63,042 miles
  • 2018 – 62,460 miles
  • 2017 – 62,155 miles
  • 2016 – 62,026 miles
  • 2015 – 61,571 miles
  • 2014 – 61,364 miles
  • 2013 – 61,184 miles
  • 2012 – 61,162 miles
  • 2011 – 56,601 miles
  • 2010 – 51,968 miles
  • 2009 – 46,711 miles
  • 2008 – 43,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,570 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose BRACKETS CORODED (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear SUSPENSION HAS SURFACE COROSIONRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central Exhaust noisy SLIGHT LEAK

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,570 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    63,570 miles
    Test number
    286650703023
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose BRACKETS CORODED (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear SUSPENSION HAS SURFACE COROSION
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail63,569 miles2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,569 miles
    Test number
    581049996548
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose BRACKETS CORODED (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear SUSPENSION HAS SURFACE COROSION
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass63,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    63,569 miles
    Test number
    589272409873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail63,569 miles (+43)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,569 miles
    Test number
    728737900092
    • MajorCentral Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass63,526 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,526 miles
    Test number
    268016173004
    • MinorCentral Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust noisy SLIGHT LEAK (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail63,521 miles (+140)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,521 miles
    Test number
    223309953998
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust noisy SLIGHT LEAK (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass63,381 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    63,381 miles
    Test number
    541202739238
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF DAMPNESS
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES AND ALONG FLOOR (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail63,380 miles (+338)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,380 miles
    Test number
    577231881206
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF DAMPNESS
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES AND ALONG FLOOR (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass63,042 miles (+582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,042 miles
    Test number
    967300661871
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass62,460 miles (+305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,460 miles
    Test number
    595519998666
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface rust in various areas
  11. Pass62,155 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,155 miles
    Test number
    826847910676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,026 miles (+455)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    62,026 miles
    Test number
    881292112411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,571 miles (+207)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,571 miles
    Test number
    177917985136
    • NoteSurface rust in areas
  14. Pass61,364 miles (+180)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,364 miles
    Test number
    855048674139
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake has a slight discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface rust on all suspension componets coil spring etc
  15. Pass61,184 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,184 miles
    Test number
    515810843126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,162 miles (+4,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,162 miles
    Test number
    295850512434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass56,601 miles (+63)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,601 miles
    Test number
    558635291064
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is badly worn on the inner edge
    • NoteRear diff is leaking oil
    • NoteSrs light is on !!
  18. Fail56,538 miles (+4,570)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,538 miles
    Test number
    646441991060
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is badly worn on the inner edge
    • NoteRear diff is leaking oil
    • NoteSrs light is on !!
  19. Pass51,968 miles (+5,257)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,968 miles
    Test number
    120286690417
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear diff leaking oil
  20. Pass46,711 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,711 miles
    Test number
    984240699047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,705 miles (+3,314)3 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,705 miles
    Test number
    893019989091
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  22. Pass43,391 miles (+1,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,391 miles
    Test number
    420998048293
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass41,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,815 miles
    Test number
    503349728100
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L22 ALC

Does L22 ALC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L22 ALC expired on 30 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L22 ALC?
The MOT on L22 ALC expired on 30 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L22 ALC done?
L22 ALC was recorded at 63,570 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2024, an average of 1,327 miles a year.
Has L22 ALC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 ALC has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L22 ALC 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 L22 ALC find?
L22 ALC passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2024 with 4 advisories: central exhaust silencer slightly loose brackets coroded; nearside rear suspension has surface corosion; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill, and 1 more.

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