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White · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

L3 VPJMOT history

L3 VPJ is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 27 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 65,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

L3 VPJ white Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
65,627 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,763 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 VPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
27 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 VPJ was last recorded at 65,627 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 5,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,334 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,293 miles
Average per year
5,763 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,627 miles
  • 2025 – 60,334 miles
  • 2024 – 54,933 miles
  • 2023 – 48,898 miles
  • 2022 – 42,573 miles
  • 2021 – 36,626 miles
  • 2020 – 31,177 miles
  • 2019 – 23,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,627 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

10 tests since 10 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,627 miles (+5,293)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    65,627 miles
    Test number
    278025649904
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Pass60,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    60,334 miles
    Test number
    689293040869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail60,334 miles (+5,401)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,334 miles
    Test number
    611819087148
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  4. Pass54,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    54,933 miles
    Test number
    695854420094
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Both side tyres worn bold outer edges no cord exposed at the time of the test
  5. Fail54,933 miles (+6,035)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,933 miles
    Test number
    339565348222
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Both side tyres worn bold outer edges no cord exposed at the time of the test
    • AdvisoryTpms warning light is on
  6. Pass48,898 miles (+6,325)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    48,898 miles
    Test number
    486442713986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass42,573 miles (+5,947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    42,573 miles
    Test number
    355940727109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Pass36,626 miles (+5,449)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    36,626 miles
    Test number
    968227116174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass31,177 miles (+8,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    31,177 miles
    Test number
    704227666741
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass23,171 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    23,171 miles
    Test number
    194044525541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about L3 VPJ

Does L3 VPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 VPJ is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 VPJ?
The MOT on L3 VPJ is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 VPJ done?
L3 VPJ was recorded at 65,627 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 5,763 miles a year.
Has L3 VPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 VPJ has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 VPJ 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 L3 VPJ find?
L3 VPJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: central front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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