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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

L4 UTUMOT history

L4 UTU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 21 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 118,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L4 UTU black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
118,458 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 UTU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 UTU was last recorded at 118,458 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 2,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,253 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,205 miles
Average per year
7,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,458 miles
  • 2025 – 116,253 miles
  • 2024 – 114,925 miles
  • 2023 – 113,955 miles
  • 2022 – 111,687 miles
  • 2021 – 107,828 miles
  • 2020 – 106,198 miles
  • 2019 – 95,674 miles
  • 2018 – 83,210 miles
  • 2017 – 69,793 miles
  • 2016 – 53,801 miles
  • 2015 – 45,610 miles
  • 2014 – 30,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,458 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,458 miles (+2,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    118,458 miles
    Test number
    254391033053
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,253 miles (+1,328)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    116,253 miles
    Test number
    325169926995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear 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))

  3. Pass114,925 miles (+50)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    114,925 miles
    Test number
    184194672073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPassenger air bag fault on dash display (warning light not affected)

  4. Fail114,875 miles (+920)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,875 miles
    Test number
    276474804532
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to engine oil leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass113,955 miles (+2,268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    113,955 miles
    Test number
    783422553591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass111,687 miles (+3,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    111,687 miles
    Test number
    567944922499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front metal brake pipes to front flexible brake hoses have corrosion . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 255.35r18
    • AdvisoryFull undertrays fitted

  7. Pass107,828 miles (+1,630)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    107,828 miles
    Test number
    407512235366
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIP N/S LOWER (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass106,198 miles (+10,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,198 miles
    Test number
    673270432949
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass95,674 miles (+12,464)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,674 miles
    Test number
    259787774873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,210 miles (+13,417)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    83,210 miles
    Test number
    337688306727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,793 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,793 miles
    Test number
    668918445690
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail69,793 miles (+15,992)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,793 miles
    Test number
    598045784927
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass53,801 miles (+8,191)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,801 miles
    Test number
    232035824957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,610 miles (+14,881)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,610 miles
    Test number
    479769955049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,729 miles
    Test number
    249970584028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 UTU

Does L4 UTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 UTU is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 UTU?
The MOT on L4 UTU is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 UTU done?
L4 UTU was recorded at 118,458 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 7,261 miles a year.
Has L4 UTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 UTU has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L4 UTU 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 L4 UTU find?
L4 UTU passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear; oil leak, but not excessive.

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