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White · Diesel · 2014 · 2,143 cc

L5 VEMMOT history

L5 VEM is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 87,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

L5 VEM white Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,975 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 VEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
1 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 VEM was last recorded at 87,975 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 17,202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,773 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
17,202 miles
Average per year
8,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,975 miles
  • 2025 – 70,773 miles
  • 2024 – 55,026 miles
  • 2023 – 40,913 miles
  • 2022 – 38,590 miles
  • 2021 – 35,477 miles
  • 2020 – 31,310 miles
  • 2019 – 25,691 miles
  • 2017 – 18,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,975 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge andc ut in treads (5.2.3 (e))

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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 7 Nov 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,975 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,975 miles
    Test number
    888058516698
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge andc ut in treads (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail87,975 miles (+17,202)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,975 miles
    Test number
    518207634899
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge andc ut in treads (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass70,773 miles (+15,747)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,773 miles
    Test number
    978689678523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass55,026 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    55,026 miles
    Test number
    673048339371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail55,015 miles (+14,102)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,015 miles
    Test number
    564849307637
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass40,913 miles (+2,323)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    40,913 miles
    Test number
    886716373935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass38,590 miles (+3,113)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    38,590 miles
    Test number
    798535441134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,477 miles (+4,167)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    35,477 miles
    Test number
    514532892706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,310 miles (+5,619)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    31,310 miles
    Test number
    858392114939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass25,691 miles (+7,331)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    25,691 miles
    Test number
    571634682130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass18,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    18,360 miles
    Test number
    219268086712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 VEM

Does L5 VEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 VEM is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 VEM?
The MOT on L5 VEM is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 VEM done?
L5 VEM was recorded at 87,975 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 8,342 miles a year.
Has L5 VEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 VEM has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 VEM 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 VEM find?
L5 VEM passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge andc ut in treads.

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