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Red · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc

L7 GWSMOT history

L7 GWS is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 2 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 86,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

L7 GWS red Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
86,181 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 GWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
2 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 GWS was last recorded at 86,181 miles on 6 May 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,161 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
3,728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,181 miles
  • 2025 – 83,680 miles
  • 2024 – 81,788 miles
  • 2023 – 79,725 miles
  • 2022 – 77,233 miles
  • 2021 – 75,208 miles
  • 2019 – 74,818 miles
  • 2018 – 73,225 miles
  • 2017 – 72,004 miles
  • 2016 – 68,847 miles
  • 2015 – 66,122 miles
  • 2014 – 63,556 miles
  • 2013 – 56,932 miles
  • 2012 – 49,609 miles
  • 2011 – 39,938 miles
  • 2010 – 30,339 miles
  • 2009 – 23,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,181 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,181 miles (+20)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    86,181 miles
    Test number
    430676577210
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,161 miles (+2,481)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,161 miles
    Test number
    267788581295
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,680 miles (+1,892)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    83,680 miles
    Test number
    850962042549
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass81,788 miles (+2,063)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    81,788 miles
    Test number
    558806630238
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and splitting. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and splitting. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass79,725 miles (+2,492)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    79,725 miles
    Test number
    457685820007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,233 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    77,233 miles
    Test number
    150934727923
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers covering under side body , metal brake pipes and fuel pipe cannot be inspected.

  7. Fail77,224 miles (+2,016)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,224 miles
    Test number
    765680421722
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers covering under side body , metal brake pipes and fuel pipe cannot be inspected.

  8. Pass75,208 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    75,208 miles
    Test number
    821106641665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,198 miles (+380)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,198 miles
    Test number
    600440578411
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass74,818 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,818 miles
    Test number
    205936913288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail74,809 miles (+1,584)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,809 miles
    Test number
    334517862229
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass73,225 miles (+1,221)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,225 miles
    Test number
    354266417877
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass72,004 miles (+3,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,004 miles
    Test number
    783073880978
    • 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)

  14. Pass68,847 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    68,847 miles
    Test number
    435398460600
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail68,837 miles (+2,715)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,837 miles
    Test number
    190648586186
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass66,122 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,122 miles
    Test number
    189492648498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail66,077 miles (+2,521)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,077 miles
    Test number
    418772415269
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass63,556 miles (+6,624)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    63,556 miles
    Test number
    959437834372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,932 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,932 miles
    Test number
    298772033359
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail56,932 miles (+7,323)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,932 miles
    Test number
    605450033303
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass49,609 miles (+9,671)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    49,609 miles
    Test number
    489285232368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,938 miles (+9,599)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    39,938 miles
    Test number
    498197221432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,339 miles (+6,393)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,339 miles
    Test number
    482628220437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,946 miles
    Test number
    472908239282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 GWS

Does L7 GWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 GWS is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 GWS?
The MOT on L7 GWS is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 GWS done?
L7 GWS was recorded at 86,181 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 3,728 miles a year.
Has L7 GWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 GWS has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 GWS 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 L7 GWS find?
L7 GWS passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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