Mercedes-Benz E
Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,199 cc
L5 FWHMOT history
L5 FWH is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,476 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 21 Oct 2026
- Mileage
- 91,476 mi
- At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
- MOT tests
- 23
- 20 passed · 3 failed
- Per year
- 1,435 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L5 FWH
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- E
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,199 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 31 Dec 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 14 Oct 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
L5 FWH was last recorded at 91,476 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 12 May 2008: 42,630 miles, lower than 65,047 miles on 14 May 2007.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 90,823 miles · 22 Oct 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 653 miles
- Average per year
- 1,435 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 91,476 miles
- 2024 – 90,823 miles
- 2023 – 90,244 miles
- 2020 – 87,684 miles
- 2019 – 70,660 miles
- 2018 – 55,029 miles
- 2017 – 51,354 miles
- 2016 – 49,978 miles
- 2015 – 49,179 miles
- 2014 – 47,638 miles
- 2012 – 46,331 miles
- 2011 – 45,871 miles
- 2010 – 44,850 miles
- 2009 – 43,783 miles
- 2008 – 42,630 miles
- 2007 – 65,047 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass91,476 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024
Exhaust system corroded
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020
Full MOT history
23 tests since 14 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass91,476 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 91,476 miles
- Test number
- 404190164229
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
Fail91,473 miles (+650)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,473 miles
- Test number
- 762692136064
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
Pass90,823 miles (+579)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 90,823 miles
- Test number
- 117457221015
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
Pass90,244 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 90,244 miles
- Test number
- 124662403350
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
PassMileage not read11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 385957742934
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust rusty
FailMileage not read1 repaired11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 560854710978
- Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust rusty
PassMileage not read4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 664262950149
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
Pass87,684 miles (+17,024)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 87,684 miles
- Test number
- 522735932282
- MinorNearside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
Pass70,660 miles (+15,631)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 70,660 miles
- Test number
- 260100760628
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
Pass55,029 miles (+3,675)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2019
- Odometer
- 55,029 miles
- Test number
- 442907566720
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass51,354 miles (+1,376)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2018
- Odometer
- 51,354 miles
- Test number
- 527978943620
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Pass49,978 miles (+799)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2017
- Odometer
- 49,978 miles
- Test number
- 441317774521
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryFront and rear tyres cracking and perishing
Pass49,179 miles (+1,541)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2016
- Odometer
- 49,179 miles
- Test number
- 598838245101
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass47,638 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 May 2015
- Odometer
- 47,638 miles
- Test number
- 395386024114
- NoteFront and rear tyres slightly perished
Pass75,780 km
- MOT expiry
- 14 May 2014
- Odometer
- 75,780 km
- Test number
- 116531733170
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass46,331 miles (+460)
- MOT expiry
- 14 May 2013
- Odometer
- 46,331 miles
- Test number
- 557240532106
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass45,871 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 May 2012
- Odometer
- 45,871 miles
- Test number
- 918267221169
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail45,871 miles (+1,021)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 45,871 miles
- Test number
- 986227621180
- Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass44,850 miles (+1,067)
- MOT expiry
- 14 May 2011
- Odometer
- 44,850 miles
- Test number
- 793575930138
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass43,783 miles (+1,153)
- MOT expiry
- 14 May 2010
- Odometer
- 43,783 miles
- Test number
- 934565639185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,630 miles (-22,417)
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2009
- Odometer
- 42,630 miles
- Test number
- 223183238477
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,047 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2008
- Odometer
- 65,047 miles
- Test number
- 982364337151
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,407 km
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2008
- Odometer
- 65,407 km
- Test number
- 404054037159
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L5 FWH
- Does L5 FWH currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L5 FWH expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L5 FWH?
- The MOT on L5 FWH expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L5 FWH done?
- L5 FWH was recorded at 91,476 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 1,435 miles a year.
- Has L5 FWH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L5 FWH has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
- Has the mileage on L5 FWH ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 May 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on L5 FWH find?
- L5 FWH passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: exhaust corroded.
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