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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

L5 DNCMOT history

L5 DNC is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 146,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

L5 DNC blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
146,922 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 DNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 DNC was last recorded at 146,922 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 4,238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,684 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,238 miles
Average per year
7,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,922 miles
  • 2024 – 142,684 miles
  • 2023 – 138,848 miles
  • 2022 – 136,053 miles
  • 2021 – 133,930 miles
  • 2020 – 129,864 miles
  • 2019 – 118,570 miles
  • 2018 – 108,953 miles
  • 2017 – 101,216 miles
  • 2016 – 90,517 miles
  • 2015 – 84,449 miles
  • 2014 – 78,463 miles
  • 2013 – 74,234 miles
  • 2012 – 64,900 miles
  • 2011 – 60,088 miles
  • 2010 – 52,282 miles
  • 2009 – 32,126 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,922 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc back plate corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc back plate corroded

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,922 miles (+4,238)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    146,922 miles
    Test number
    460762756009
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc back plate corroded

  2. Pass142,684 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    142,684 miles
    Test number
    132946614662
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail142,684 miles (+3,836)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,684 miles
    Test number
    135838713702
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass138,848 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    138,848 miles
    Test number
    848604702955
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail138,847 miles (+2,794)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,847 miles
    Test number
    685612383453
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,053 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    136,053 miles
    Test number
    657070914627
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface of both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arms on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail136,053 miles (+2,123)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,053 miles
    Test number
    310287812800
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface of both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arms on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass133,930 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    133,930 miles
    Test number
    422201491069
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail133,926 miles (+4,062)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,926 miles
    Test number
    144524947402
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass129,864 miles (+79)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,864 miles
    Test number
    843356467631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail129,785 miles (+11,215)1 dangerous4 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,785 miles
    Test number
    248334833084
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt in hub (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake giving low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass118,570 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,570 miles
    Test number
    119337154970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail118,569 miles (+9,616)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,569 miles
    Test number
    313558270981
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt in hub (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass108,953 miles (+7,737)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,953 miles
    Test number
    682438283710
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn to approx. 3mm

  15. Pass101,216 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    101,216 miles
    Test number
    439747123619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail101,216 miles (+10,699)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,216 miles
    Test number
    327373257054
    • FailureFront Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass90,517 miles (+6,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    90,517 miles
    Test number
    586148945268
    • AdvisoryPlastic floor panels fitted

  18. Pass84,449 miles (+5,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    84,449 miles
    Test number
    706871786653
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread depth down to 2.00mm legal limit is 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass78,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,463 miles
    Test number
    349267294488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail78,463 miles (+4,229)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,463 miles
    Test number
    728506494236
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  21. Pass74,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    74,234 miles
    Test number
    369979483446
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail74,234 miles (+9,334)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,234 miles
    Test number
    509729283245
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass64,900 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    64,900 miles
    Test number
    197220592270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail64,899 miles (+4,811)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,899 miles
    Test number
    787600492203
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front fog light not working

  25. Pass60,088 miles (+7,806)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,088 miles
    Test number
    306431501373
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE PIPE CORRODED
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE PIPE CORRODED

  26. Pass52,282 miles (+20,156)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,282 miles
    Test number
    844161580298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,126 miles
    Test number
    404572289214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 DNC

Does L5 DNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 DNC is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L5 DNC?
The MOT on L5 DNC is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 DNC done?
L5 DNC was recorded at 146,922 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 7,133 miles a year.
Has L5 DNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 DNC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L5 DNC 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 DNC find?
L5 DNC passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear brake disc back plate corroded; offside rear brake disc back plate corroded.

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