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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

L30 VYUMOT history

L30 VYU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 202,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

L30 VYU black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
202,541 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,687 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 VYU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 VYU was last recorded at 202,541 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 5,827 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,714 miles · 26 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,827 miles
Average per year
11,687 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,541 miles
  • 2025 – 196,714 miles
  • 2024 – 192,895 miles
  • 2023 – 169,414 miles
  • 2022 – 154,130 miles
  • 2020 – 137,773 miles
  • 2019 – 131,648 miles
  • 2018 – 123,542 miles
  • 2017 – 112,586 miles
  • 2016 – 101,230 miles
  • 2015 – 89,876 miles
  • 2014 – 79,157 miles
  • 2013 – 64,269 miles
  • 2012 – 46,018 miles
  • 2011 – 28,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,541 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Central Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play hub ball joint (back)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,541 miles (+5,827)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    202,541 miles
    Test number
    591738577792
    • MinorCentral Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass196,714 miles (+3,819)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    196,714 miles
    Test number
    930563517078
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass192,895 miles (+23,481)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    192,895 miles
    Test number
    409191514147
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass169,414 miles (+15,284)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    169,414 miles
    Test number
    789663829424
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,130 miles (+43)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    154,130 miles
    Test number
    531268386819
    • MinorCentral Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play hub ball joint (back) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail154,087 miles3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,087 miles
    Test number
    403130021862
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorCentral Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play hub ball joint (back) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass236,485 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    236,485 km
    Test number
    686080720979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail236,485 km2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,485 km
    Test number
    502799281924
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass137,773 miles (+6,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    137,773 miles
    Test number
    576211560748
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes starting to corrode.

  10. Pass131,648 miles (+8,106)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    131,648 miles
    Test number
    299736311906
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Furthest forward (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass123,542 miles (+10,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    123,542 miles
    Test number
    936986159611
    • AdvisoryO/sf lower ball joint has play,hand brake just meets requirements.

  12. Pass112,586 miles (+11,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    112,586 miles
    Test number
    712366973068
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner and outer edges possibly due to under inflation.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass101,230 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,230 miles
    Test number
    400985652210
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail101,224 miles (+11,348)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,224 miles
    Test number
    284548914496
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass89,876 miles (+10,719)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    89,876 miles
    Test number
    334799994874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,157 miles (+14,888)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,157 miles
    Test number
    288335724262
    • NoteFront brakes worn
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass64,269 miles (+18,251)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    64,269 miles
    Test number
    678312843228
    • NoteLarge crack at bottom of windscreen however not affecting drivers view of the road.

  18. Pass46,018 miles (+17,732)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,018 miles
    Test number
    649554842285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,286 miles
    Test number
    627868431212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about L30 VYU

Does L30 VYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 VYU is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 VYU?
The MOT on L30 VYU is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 VYU done?
L30 VYU was recorded at 202,541 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 11,687 miles a year.
Has L30 VYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 VYU has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on L30 VYU 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 L30 VYU find?
L30 VYU passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: central front upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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