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White · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

L5 PJMMOT history

L5 PJM is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 25 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 81,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

L5 PJM white Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
81,001 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 PJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 PJM was last recorded at 81,001 miles on 20 May 2026, 4,691 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,310 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,691 miles
Average per year
5,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,001 miles
  • 2025 – 76,310 miles
  • 2024 – 71,690 miles
  • 2023 – 68,663 miles
  • 2022 – 65,903 miles
  • 2021 – 62,923 miles
  • 2020 – 59,772 miles
  • 2019 – 54,127 miles
  • 2018 – 47,823 miles
  • 2017 – 41,254 miles
  • 2016 – 36,305 miles
  • 2015 – 21,543 miles
  • 2014 – 16,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,001 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    81,001 miles
    Test number
    620621352986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail80,995 miles (+4,685)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,995 miles
    Test number
    449298063595
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass76,310 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    76,310 miles
    Test number
    770294107456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail76,308 miles (+4,618)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,308 miles
    Test number
    531415523229
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass71,690 miles (+3,027)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    71,690 miles
    Test number
    117910660777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass68,663 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    68,663 miles
    Test number
    782633754674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,661 miles (+2,758)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,661 miles
    Test number
    651994090715
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass65,903 miles (+2,980)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    65,903 miles
    Test number
    133066059179
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass62,923 miles (+3,151)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    62,923 miles
    Test number
    474194043152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass59,772 miles (+5,645)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    59,772 miles
    Test number
    166421432339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,127 miles (+6,304)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    54,127 miles
    Test number
    518621910607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,823 miles (+6,569)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,823 miles
    Test number
    872173598871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,254 miles (+4,949)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    41,254 miles
    Test number
    490153154084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  14. Pass36,305 miles (+14,762)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    36,305 miles
    Test number
    915091044122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,543 miles (+5,480)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    21,543 miles
    Test number
    929390815181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    16,063 miles
    Test number
    267094814443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 PJM

Does L5 PJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 PJM is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 PJM?
The MOT on L5 PJM is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 PJM done?
L5 PJM was recorded at 81,001 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 5,380 miles a year.
Has L5 PJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 PJM has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 PJM 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 PJM find?
L5 PJM passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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