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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 3,199 cc

L42 SNJMOT history

L42 SNJ is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 152,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
152,679 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L42 SNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L42 SNJ was last recorded at 152,679 miles on 19 May 2026, 1,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,023 miles · 26 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,656 miles
Average per year
6,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,679 miles
  • 2025 – 151,023 miles
  • 2023 – 150,303 miles
  • 2022 – 150,228 miles
  • 2021 – 148,487 miles
  • 2020 – 134,970 miles
  • 2019 – 124,422 miles
  • 2018 – 115,878 miles
  • 2017 – 107,190 miles
  • 2016 – 97,476 miles
  • 2015 – 86,509 miles
  • 2014 – 74,997 miles
  • 2013 – 63,052 miles
  • 2012 – 55,377 miles
  • 2011 – 49,242 miles
  • 2010 – 48,544 miles
  • 2009 – 46,101 miles
  • 2007 – 29,344 miles
  • 2006 – 9,041 miles
  • 2005 – 8,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,679 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,679 miles (+1,656)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    152,679 miles
    Test number
    470407849322
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass151,023 miles (+720)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    151,023 miles
    Test number
    323312636586
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass150,303 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    150,303 miles
    Test number
    687818647131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass150,228 miles (+1,741)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    150,228 miles
    Test number
    486809064915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass148,487 miles (+13,517)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,487 miles
    Test number
    916550447414
    • AdvisoryEngine has a oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass134,970 miles (+10,548)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    134,970 miles
    Test number
    115774055634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,422 miles (+8,544)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,422 miles
    Test number
    601012156699
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass115,878 miles (+8,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    115,878 miles
    Test number
    417206959465
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp glass cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  9. Pass107,190 miles (+9,714)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    107,190 miles
    Test number
    134506621855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,476 miles (+10,967)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,476 miles
    Test number
    208889697289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,509 miles (+11,512)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,509 miles
    Test number
    603788288035
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Fail74,997 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,997 miles
    Test number
    347584224353
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  13. Pass74,997 miles (+11,945)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    74,997 miles
    Test number
    397474124380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,052 miles (+1,165)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,052 miles
    Test number
    468816123377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,887 miles (+6,510)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,887 miles
    Test number
    869874233194
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass55,377 miles (+6,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,377 miles
    Test number
    285203042172
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass49,242 miles (+698)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,242 miles
    Test number
    475563141110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,544 miles (+2,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    48,544 miles
    Test number
    822341210270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass46,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,101 miles
    Test number
    843040269114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,101 miles (+16,757)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,101 miles
    Test number
    204189159452
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,344 miles (+20,303)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,344 miles
    Test number
    344853197235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,041 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    9,041 miles
    Test number
    453350696269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    8,810 miles
    Test number
    650255785232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L42 SNJ

Does L42 SNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L42 SNJ is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L42 SNJ?
The MOT on L42 SNJ is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L42 SNJ done?
L42 SNJ was recorded at 152,679 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 6,984 miles a year.
Has L42 SNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L42 SNJ has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2014.
Has the mileage on L42 SNJ 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 L42 SNJ find?
L42 SNJ passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front inner track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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