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Mercedes-Benz E

White · Diesel · 2010 · 2,987 cc

L5 DATMOT history

L5 DAT is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 29 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 137,216 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

L5 DAT white Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
137,216 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 DAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 DAT was last recorded at 137,216 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,879 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
337 miles
Average per year
9,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,216 miles
  • 2025 – 129,548 miles
  • 2024 – 122,330 miles
  • 2023 – 116,731 miles
  • 2022 – 111,382 miles
  • 2021 – 104,372 miles
  • 2020 – 101,746 miles
  • 2019 – 92,730 miles
  • 2018 – 81,113 miles
  • 2017 – 69,936 miles
  • 2016 – 55,293 miles
  • 2015 – 36,986 miles
  • 2014 – 30,197 miles
  • 2013 – 20,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,216 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Under tray covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides, front most

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,216 miles (+337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    137,216 miles
    Test number
    994507242037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail136,879 miles (+7,331)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,879 miles
    Test number
    719150142079
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass129,548 miles (+7,218)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    129,548 miles
    Test number
    639894198100
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass122,330 miles (+5,599)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    122,330 miles
    Test number
    589335011836
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted

  5. Pass116,731 miles (+16)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,731 miles
    Test number
    987704499911
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides, front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted

  6. Fail116,715 miles (+5,333)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,715 miles
    Test number
    839024127574
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides, front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers weak

  7. Pass111,382 miles (+7,010)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,382 miles
    Test number
    844996803221
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted

  8. Pass104,372 miles (+2,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,372 miles
    Test number
    289667136660
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has slight side wall damage and cut to the tread

  9. Pass101,746 miles (+9,016)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,746 miles
    Test number
    209471066687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,730 miles (+226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    92,730 miles
    Test number
    728653946765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail92,504 miles (+11,391)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,504 miles
    Test number
    731196321276
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass81,113 miles (+11,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,113 miles
    Test number
    623175534226
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD ! On inner edge and 4mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre size 245/40 YR18 PZero

  13. Pass69,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,936 miles
    Test number
    894576716454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,936 miles (+14,643)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,936 miles
    Test number
    897431674300
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass55,293 miles (+18,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,293 miles
    Test number
    585856282571
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass36,986 miles (+6,789)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    36,986 miles
    Test number
    488705375030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,197 miles (+10,159)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    30,197 miles
    Test number
    885813604278
    • NoteRear centre seat belt buckle position incorrect.

  18. Pass20,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    20,038 miles
    Test number
    386929813205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 DAT

Does L5 DAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 DAT is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 DAT?
The MOT on L5 DAT is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 DAT done?
L5 DAT was recorded at 137,216 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 9,288 miles a year.
Has L5 DAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 DAT has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 DAT 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 DAT find?
L5 DAT passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides worn; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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