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Gold · Diesel · 2001 · 2,155 cc

L70 JHRMOT history

L70 JHR is a gold diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2022 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 247,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2022.

L70 JHR gold Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2022
Mileage
247,558 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 JHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,155 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L70 JHR was last recorded at 247,558 miles on 2 Aug 2022, 21,232 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,326 miles · 21 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
21,232 miles
Average per year
11,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 247,558 miles
  • 2021 – 226,326 miles
  • 2020 – 200,696 miles
  • 2019 – 173,468 miles
  • 2018 – 150,860 miles
  • 2017 – 128,070 miles
  • 2016 – 115,748 miles
  • 2015 – 114,986 miles
  • 2014 – 114,402 miles
  • 2013 – 113,624 miles
  • 2012 – 110,550 miles
  • 2011 – 107,220 miles
  • 2010 – 104,184 miles
  • 2009 – 94,877 miles
  • 2008 – 85,003 miles
  • 2007 – 75,670 miles
  • 2006 – 64,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail247,558 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail247,558 miles (+21,232)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,558 miles
    Test number
    264750030715
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass226,326 miles (+25,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    226,326 miles
    Test number
    757311840396
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both rear (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass200,696 miles (+27,228)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    200,696 miles
    Test number
    958848573539
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass173,468 miles (+22,608)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    173,468 miles
    Test number
    705701971016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass150,860 miles (+292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    150,860 miles
    Test number
    762880818974
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail150,568 miles (+22,498)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,568 miles
    Test number
    412624418927
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass128,070 miles (+12,322)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    128,070 miles
    Test number
    892086462421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,748 miles (+762)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    115,748 miles
    Test number
    165328757149
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass114,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    114,986 miles
    Test number
    937732325247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail114,986 miles (+584)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,986 miles
    Test number
    328227115243
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass114,402 miles (+778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    114,402 miles
    Test number
    388565704237
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass113,624 miles (+3,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    113,624 miles
    Test number
    137098603281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass110,550 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    110,550 miles
    Test number
    855005302224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,220 miles (+3,036)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    107,220 miles
    Test number
    295032331215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,184 miles (+677)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    104,184 miles
    Test number
    643206510348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,507 miles (+8,630)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    103,507 miles
    Test number
    891287750281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,877 miles (+58)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    94,877 miles
    Test number
    211679859288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail94,819 miles (+9,816)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,819 miles
    Test number
    422614859254
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass85,003 miles (+9,333)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    85,003 miles
    Test number
    362004858428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,670 miles (+4,465)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,670 miles
    Test number
    981597177280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,205 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,205 miles
    Test number
    124361867451
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass71,205 miles (+7,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    71,205 miles
    Test number
    852191167000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass64,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    64,118 miles
    Test number
    334582166035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 JHR

Does L70 JHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 JHR expired on 20 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 JHR?
The MOT on L70 JHR expired on 20 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 JHR done?
L70 JHR was recorded at 247,558 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2022, an average of 11,174 miles a year.
Has L70 JHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 JHR has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L70 JHR 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 L70 JHR find?
L70 JHR failed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2022 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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