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White · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

L4 YJNMOT history

L4 YJN is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 138,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

L4 YJN white Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
138,548 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 YJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 YJN was last recorded at 138,548 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,547 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,548 miles
  • 2025 – 122,589 miles
  • 2024 – 111,390 miles
  • 2023 – 94,829 miles
  • 2022 – 92,401 miles
  • 2021 – 89,356 miles
  • 2020 – 87,410 miles
  • 2019 – 83,912 miles
  • 2018 – 77,106 miles
  • 2017 – 69,198 miles
  • 2016 – 62,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,548 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker showing corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker showing corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHandbrake release lever damagedRecorded 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,548 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    138,548 miles
    Test number
    273414838479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryHandbrake release lever damaged

  2. Fail138,547 miles (+15,958)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,547 miles
    Test number
    770004241089
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryHandbrake release lever damaged

  3. Pass122,589 miles (+793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    122,589 miles
    Test number
    203909225396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail121,796 miles (+10,406)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,796 miles
    Test number
    194299053819
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,390 miles (+16,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    111,390 miles
    Test number
    356139732166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass94,829 miles (+2,428)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,829 miles
    Test number
    597552366738
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass92,401 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,401 miles
    Test number
    439586210934
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail92,400 miles (+3,044)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,400 miles
    Test number
    807029432221
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass89,356 miles (+1,946)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    89,356 miles
    Test number
    702039197923
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass87,410 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,410 miles
    Test number
    890084665178
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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))

  11. Fail87,410 miles (+3,498)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,410 miles
    Test number
    446495332031
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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))

  12. Pass83,912 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,912 miles
    Test number
    172151177044
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail83,912 miles (+6,806)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,912 miles
    Test number
    547517113611
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass77,106 miles (+7,908)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    77,106 miles
    Test number
    219163592701
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass69,198 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,198 miles
    Test number
    971005601227
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. effort lower (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass69,198 miles (+7,162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,198 miles
    Test number
    735789271678
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. effort lower (3.7.B.6b)

  17. Pass62,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,036 miles
    Test number
    665247641081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 YJN

Does L4 YJN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 YJN is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 YJN?
The MOT on L4 YJN is valid until 7 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 YJN done?
L4 YJN was recorded at 138,548 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 7,989 miles a year.
Has L4 YJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 YJN has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 YJN 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 YJN find?
L4 YJN passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shocker showing corrosion; offside rear shocker showing corrosion; handbrake release lever damaged.

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