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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 3,498 cc

L6 BYAMOT history

L6 BYA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 7 Oct 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 83,296 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

L6 BYA black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
83,296 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 BYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
7 Oct 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 BYA was last recorded at 83,296 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 5,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,176 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,120 miles
Average per year
5,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,296 miles
  • 2025 – 78,176 miles
  • 2024 – 72,566 miles
  • 2023 – 61,421 miles
  • 2022 – 50,537 miles
  • 2021 – 37,278 miles
  • 2020 – 35,181 miles
  • 2019 – 33,219 miles
  • 2018 – 26,121 miles
  • 2017 – 20,256 miles
  • 2016 – 15,627 miles
  • 2015 – 10,025 miles
  • 2014 – 7,558 miles
  • 2013 – 6,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,296 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder body and outer sill covers fitted obstructing some areas

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.

  • Offside Front tyre very low inner and outer edge and has as cut outer sidewall.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear tyre starting to split inner sidewall.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,296 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    83,296 miles
    Test number
    790442566849
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and outer sill covers fitted obstructing some areas
  2. Fail83,296 miles (+5,120)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,296 miles
    Test number
    134691956671
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and outer sill covers fitted obstructing some areas
  3. Pass78,176 miles (+5,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    78,176 miles
    Test number
    258242903539
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass72,566 miles (+11,145)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    72,566 miles
    Test number
    876473400515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    61,421 miles
    Test number
    834986258731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail61,421 miles (+10,884)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,421 miles
    Test number
    480578575331
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass50,537 miles (+13,259)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    50,537 miles
    Test number
    475996132471
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  8. Pass37,278 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    37,278 miles
    Test number
    631325008255
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre very low inner and outer edge and has as cut outer sidewall.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to split inner sidewall.
  9. Fail37,239 miles (+2,058)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,239 miles
    Test number
    941319116805
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall as marked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre very low inner and outer edge and has as cut outer sidewall.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to split inner sidewall.
  10. Pass35,181 miles (+1,962)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    35,181 miles
    Test number
    569621065642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,219 miles (+7,098)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    33,219 miles
    Test number
    186426215278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    26,121 miles
    Test number
    589438938544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail26,121 miles (+5,865)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,121 miles
    Test number
    489945689741
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass20,256 miles (+4,629)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    20,256 miles
    Test number
    547511850189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass15,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    15,627 miles
    Test number
    649695695131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail15,627 miles (+5,602)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,627 miles
    Test number
    398582059607
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass10,025 miles (+2,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    10,025 miles
    Test number
    361551962859
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear cut/split in inner sidewall but not exposing cords
  18. Pass7,558 miles (+1,426)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    7,558 miles
    Test number
    216242474253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass6,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    6,132 miles
    Test number
    225307563232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 BYA

Does L6 BYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 BYA is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 BYA?
The MOT on L6 BYA is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 BYA done?
L6 BYA was recorded at 83,296 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 5,940 miles a year.
Has L6 BYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 BYA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 BYA 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 L6 BYA find?
L6 BYA passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; under body and outer sill covers fitted obstructing some areas.

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