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White · Petrol · 2010 · 2,987 cc

L4 FNSMOT history

L4 FNS is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 13 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 99,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

L4 FNS white Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
99,421 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,713 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 FNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
13 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 FNS was last recorded at 99,421 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Nov 2019: 49,628 miles, lower than 63,917 miles on 4 Jul 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
99,421 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,713 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,421 miles
  • 2025 – 92,751 miles
  • 2024 – 90,026 miles
  • 2023 – 83,182 miles
  • 2022 – 74,549 miles
  • 2021 – 68,973 miles
  • 2020 – 68,787 miles
  • 2019 – 66,123 miles
  • 2018 – 58,167 miles
  • 2017 – 49,346 miles
  • 2016 – 39,150 miles
  • 2014 – 30,599 miles
  • 2013 – 24,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,421 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm, also wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm, also wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside parking brake lower effort may require attention.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,421 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    99,421 miles
    Test number
    332914197405
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm, also wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm, also wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail99,421 miles (+6,670)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,421 miles
    Test number
    139598831209
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm, also wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm, also wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass92,751 miles (+2,725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    92,751 miles
    Test number
    704583386592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass90,026 miles (+6,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    90,026 miles
    Test number
    735960585510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake low reading at nearside rear
  5. Pass83,182 miles (+8,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,182 miles
    Test number
    183637691925
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass74,549 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    74,549 miles
    Test number
    777973963895
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake lower effort may require attention.
  7. Fail74,548 miles (+5,575)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,548 miles
    Test number
    225725177965
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake lower effort may require attention.
  8. Pass68,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    68,973 miles
    Test number
    272535660246
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  9. Fail68,973 miles (+186)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,973 miles
    Test number
    901246218102
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Pass68,787 miles (+2,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,787 miles
    Test number
    733662223288
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  11. Pass66,123 miles (+16,495)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,123 miles
    Test number
    302161779581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail49,628 miles (-14,289)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,628 miles
    Test number
    264128303623
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass63,917 miles (+5,750)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    63,917 miles
    Test number
    760782660271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,167 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    58,167 miles
    Test number
    929878152289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  15. Fail58,167 miles (+8,821)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,167 miles
    Test number
    150268987657
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  16. Pass49,346 miles (+10,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    49,346 miles
    Test number
    937274935300
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass39,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,150 miles
    Test number
    533405110101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,149 miles (+8,550)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,149 miles
    Test number
    749989715816
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass30,599 miles (+2,820)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    30,599 miles
    Test number
    356850834303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,779 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    27,779 miles
    Test number
    409987594049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    24,877 miles
    Test number
    757738983081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 FNS

Does L4 FNS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 FNS is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 FNS?
The MOT on L4 FNS 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 L4 FNS done?
L4 FNS was recorded at 99,421 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 5,713 miles a year.
Has L4 FNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 FNS has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 FNS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Nov 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L4 FNS find?
L4 FNS passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both leaking grease; front wheel bearing has slight play both sides; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges, and 4 more.

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