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Silver · Petrol · 2013 · 1,796 cc

L40 HJWMOT history

L40 HJW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 28 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 63,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

L40 HJW silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
63,595 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 HJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 HJW was last recorded at 63,595 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 1,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,212 miles · 11 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,383 miles
Average per year
3,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,595 miles
  • 2025 – 62,212 miles
  • 2024 – 60,441 miles
  • 2023 – 59,082 miles
  • 2022 – 56,906 miles
  • 2021 – 54,418 miles
  • 2020 – 49,960 miles
  • 2019 – 42,524 miles
  • 2018 – 36,933 miles
  • 2017 – 30,961 miles
  • 2016 – 24,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,595 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 26 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    63,595 miles
    Test number
    746222364860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail63,594 miles (+1,382)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,594 miles
    Test number
    838707364857
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,212 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    62,212 miles
    Test number
    369789378907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 Inner 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))

  4. Fail62,210 miles (+1,769)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,210 miles
    Test number
    265318957312
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 Inner 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))

  5. Pass60,441 miles (+1,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    60,441 miles
    Test number
    707359440966
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass59,082 miles (+2,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    59,082 miles
    Test number
    272558974638
    • 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))

  7. Pass56,906 miles (+2,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    56,906 miles
    Test number
    921011247137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass54,418 miles (+4,458)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,418 miles
    Test number
    873537748282
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass49,960 miles (+7,436)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    49,960 miles
    Test number
    913996278989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,524 miles (+5,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    42,524 miles
    Test number
    543942673942
    • 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))

  11. Pass36,933 miles (+5,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    36,933 miles
    Test number
    871011022486
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass30,961 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    30,961 miles
    Test number
    649426073920
    • AdvisorySill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only

  13. Fail30,961 miles (+6,298)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,961 miles
    Test number
    413495898931
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only

  14. Pass24,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    24,663 miles
    Test number
    754863201570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 HJW

Does L40 HJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 HJW is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 HJW?
The MOT on L40 HJW is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 HJW done?
L40 HJW was recorded at 63,595 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 3,833 miles a year.
Has L40 HJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 HJW has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 HJW 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 L40 HJW find?
L40 HJW passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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