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Mercedes-Benz 410

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,874 cc

L41 MEWMOT history

L41 MEW is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz 410 first used on 1 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 200,360 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
200,360 km
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,588 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L41 MEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
410
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,874 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L41 MEW was last recorded at 200,360 km on 21 Apr 2026, 4,160 km more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,200 km · 3 May 2023
Between the last two tests
4,160 km
Average per year
1,588 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,360 km
  • 2023 – 196,200 km
  • 2022 – 194,888 km
  • 2021 – 193,203 km
  • 2019 – 191,924 km
  • 2018 – 190,050 km
  • 2015 – 184,102 km
  • 2014 – 178,882 km
  • 2005 – 167,692 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,360 km
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear diff pinion (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,360 km1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    200,360 km
    Test number
    626625466867
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear diff pinion (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass199,776 miles (+39)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    199,776 miles
    Test number
    945594317797
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Throughout system (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Lower Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  3. Fail199,737 miles (+2,003)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,737 miles
    Test number
    302474935638
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Throughout system (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Lower Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  4. Pass197,734 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    197,734 miles
    Test number
    325999162170
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer and Front Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))
  5. Pass196,200 km6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    196,200 km
    Test number
    747897765473
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer and tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  6. Fail196,144 miles1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,144 miles
    Test number
    323637360289
    • DangerousRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer and tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass194,888 km (+1,685)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    194,888 km
    Test number
    526830195746
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  8. Pass193,203 km (+1,279)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    193,203 km
    Test number
    161136155245
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass191,924 km (+50)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    191,924 km
    Test number
    544883242899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Fail191,874 km (+1,824)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,874 km
    Test number
    388710379301
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Pass190,050 km6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    190,050 km
    Test number
    449214690294
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp broken
    • AdvisoryMinor exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front wheel bearings
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear diff pinion
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  12. Pass188,770 miles (+1,399)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    188,770 miles
    Test number
    466002801432
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  13. Pass187,371 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    187,371 miles
    Test number
    896212150538
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
  14. Pass184,102 km1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    184,102 km
    Test number
    467223285122
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust rusty
  15. Pass178,920 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    178,920 miles
    Test number
    685968284154
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Fail178,882 km6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,882 km
    Test number
    227962684495
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass178,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    178,688 miles
    Test number
    314436760406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail178,676 miles (+800)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,676 miles
    Test number
    901986460223
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  19. Pass177,876 miles (+582)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    177,876 miles
    Test number
    751233369054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass177,294 miles (+3,684)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    177,294 miles
    Test number
    314850647330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass173,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    173,610 miles
    Test number
    482702736368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass167,692 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    167,692 km
    Test number
    371951875208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail167,692 km10 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,692 km
    Test number
    254376865246
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about L41 MEW

Does L41 MEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L41 MEW is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L41 MEW?
The MOT on L41 MEW is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L41 MEW done?
L41 MEW was recorded at 200,360 km at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 1,588 km a year.
Has L41 MEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L41 MEW has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L41 MEW 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 L41 MEW find?
L41 MEW passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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