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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,950 cc

L5 BMFMOT history

L5 BMF is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 86,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

L5 BMF black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
86,109 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 BMF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 BMF was last recorded at 86,109 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 6,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,169 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,940 miles
Average per year
7,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,109 miles
  • 2025 – 79,169 miles
  • 2024 – 72,235 miles
  • 2023 – 64,530 miles
  • 2022 – 55,456 miles
  • 2021 – 45,767 miles
  • 2020 – 41,272 miles
  • 2019 – 33,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,109 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on outer edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 3 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,109 miles (+6,940)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    86,109 miles
    Test number
    520441372770
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on outer edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass79,169 miles (+6,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    79,169 miles
    Test number
    857743850405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass72,235 miles (+7,705)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    72,235 miles
    Test number
    422916345961
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass64,530 miles (+9,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    64,530 miles
    Test number
    246336550798
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass55,456 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    55,456 miles
    Test number
    141919673720
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Fail55,453 miles (+9,686)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,453 miles
    Test number
    936324614073
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass45,767 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    45,767 miles
    Test number
    978641001536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail45,767 miles (+4,495)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,767 miles
    Test number
    460687716564
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass41,272 miles (+7,896)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    41,272 miles
    Test number
    887960210258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass33,376 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    33,376 miles
    Test number
    167058215506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail33,375 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,375 miles
    Test number
    312945557845
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L5 BMF

Does L5 BMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 BMF is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 BMF?
The MOT on L5 BMF is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 BMF done?
L5 BMF was recorded at 86,109 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 7,203 miles a year.
Has L5 BMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 BMF has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on L5 BMF 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 L5 BMF find?
L5 BMF passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on outer edges and cracking.

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