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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

L8 AEVMOT history

L8 AEV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 163,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

L8 AEV black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
163,446 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,553 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 AEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 AEV was last recorded at 163,446 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 9,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
154,239 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9,207 miles
Average per year
9,553 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 163,446 miles
  • 2024 – 154,239 miles
  • 2023 – 143,684 miles
  • 2022 – 135,912 miles
  • 2021 – 128,200 miles
  • 2020 – 118,756 miles
  • 2019 – 114,058 miles
  • 2018 – 107,896 miles
  • 2017 – 91,999 miles
  • 2016 – 89,892 miles
  • 2015 – 71,834 miles
  • 2014 – 57,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,446 miles

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 31 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,446 miles (+9,207)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    163,446 miles
    Test number
    316510700085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass154,239 miles (+10,555)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    154,239 miles
    Test number
    644078502066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass143,684 miles (+7,772)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    143,684 miles
    Test number
    600705139555
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass135,912 miles (+7,712)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,912 miles
    Test number
    196264072016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass128,200 miles (+9,444)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    128,200 miles
    Test number
    694135772929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,756 miles (+4,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,756 miles
    Test number
    746320013693
    • 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. Pass114,058 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,058 miles
    Test number
    241952457797
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  8. Fail114,058 miles (+6,162)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,058 miles
    Test number
    668020433736
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Pass107,896 miles (+15,897)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    107,896 miles
    Test number
    900945425789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,999 miles (+2,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    91,999 miles
    Test number
    675066689865
    • AdvisoryManagement light on

  11. Pass89,892 miles (+18,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,892 miles
    Test number
    128395228857
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rears (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass71,834 miles (+14,336)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    71,834 miles
    Test number
    772509266448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,498 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,498 miles
    Test number
    698494904346
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L8 AEV

Does L8 AEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 AEV is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L8 AEV?
The MOT on L8 AEV is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 AEV done?
L8 AEV was recorded at 163,446 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 9,553 miles a year.
Has L8 AEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 AEV has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on L8 AEV 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 L8 AEV find?
L8 AEV passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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