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Red · Diesel · 2018 · 1,950 cc

L8 DHMMOT history

L8 DHM is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 22 Sept 2018. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 139,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

L8 DHM red Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
139,368 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
19,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 DHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
22 Sept 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 DHM was last recorded at 139,368 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 17,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,086 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
17,282 miles
Average per year
19,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,368 miles
  • 2025 – 122,086 miles
  • 2024 – 102,244 miles
  • 2023 – 82,225 miles
  • 2022 – 63,671 miles
  • 2021 – 46,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,368 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySlight stone chip near side screen

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.

  • Near side rear bumper damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

10 tests since 20 Sept 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    139,368 miles
    Test number
    137689136619
    • AdvisorySlight stone chip near side screen

  2. Fail139,368 miles (+17,282)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,368 miles
    Test number
    585391629606
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight stone chip near side screen

  3. Pass122,086 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    122,086 miles
    Test number
    428405849035
    • AdvisoryNear side rear bumper damaged

  4. Fail122,086 miles (+19,842)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,086 miles
    Test number
    386473545070
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear bumper damaged

  5. Pass102,244 miles (+20,019)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    102,244 miles
    Test number
    408683631276
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear 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))

  6. Pass82,225 miles (+18,554)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,225 miles
    Test number
    908534268430
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Spring link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass63,671 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,671 miles
    Test number
    192636821835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  8. Fail63,671 miles (+17,104)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,671 miles
    Test number
    253186237935
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Pass46,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    46,567 miles
    Test number
    127196915539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail46,567 miles4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,567 miles
    Test number
    916831112677
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L8 DHM

Does L8 DHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 DHM is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 DHM?
The MOT on L8 DHM is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 DHM done?
L8 DHM was recorded at 139,368 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 19,347 miles a year.
Has L8 DHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 DHM has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 DHM 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 DHM find?
L8 DHM passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: slight stone chip near side screen.

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