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Mercedes-Benz E

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

L5 NDOMOT history

L5 NDO is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 14 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

L5 NDO red Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
97,476 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 NDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 NDO was last recorded at 97,476 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 1,801 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,675 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,801 miles
Average per year
6,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,476 miles
  • 2025 – 95,675 miles
  • 2024 – 92,765 miles
  • 2023 – 88,673 miles
  • 2022 – 83,574 miles
  • 2021 – 73,029 miles
  • 2020 – 68,041 miles
  • 2019 – 61,844 miles
  • 2018 – 53,503 miles
  • 2017 – 45,998 miles
  • 2016 – 37,019 miles
  • 2015 – 31,540 miles
  • 2014 – 22,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,476 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,476 miles (+1,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    97,476 miles
    Test number
    783689354979
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass95,675 miles (+2,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    95,675 miles
    Test number
    885020646212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover under tray
  3. Pass92,765 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    92,765 miles
    Test number
    220441398742
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail92,761 miles (+4,088)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,761 miles
    Test number
    309185699273
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass88,673 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,673 miles
    Test number
    329241122086
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail88,672 miles (+5,098)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,672 miles
    Test number
    454026963890
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass83,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,574 miles
    Test number
    973011261655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail83,572 miles (+10,543)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,572 miles
    Test number
    949846379414
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass73,029 miles (+4,988)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    73,029 miles
    Test number
    517950263604
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  10. Pass68,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    68,041 miles
    Test number
    114388985647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,041 miles (+6,197)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,041 miles
    Test number
    302185919985
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass61,844 miles (+8,341)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,844 miles
    Test number
    570869583186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass53,503 miles (+7,505)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,503 miles
    Test number
    321766268199
    • AdvisoryADVISE N/S/F AND O/S/F Tyre's worn on inner and outer edge's
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass45,998 miles (+8,979)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    45,998 miles
    Test number
    906845512750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,019 miles (+5,479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    37,019 miles
    Test number
    284214549333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass31,540 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    31,540 miles
    Test number
    228102081488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,535 miles (+9,033)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,535 miles
    Test number
    640317256826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    22,502 miles
    Test number
    607385734263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 NDO

Does L5 NDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 NDO is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 NDO?
The MOT on L5 NDO is valid until 12 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 NDO done?
L5 NDO was recorded at 97,476 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 6,264 miles a year.
Has L5 NDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 NDO has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L5 NDO 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 NDO find?
L5 NDO passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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