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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 2,987 cc

L8 OTCMOT history

L8 OTC is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 23 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

L8 OTC grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
125,052 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 OTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
23 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 OTC was last recorded at 125,052 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 1,802 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,250 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,802 miles
Average per year
7,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,052 miles
  • 2025 – 123,250 miles
  • 2024 – 122,114 miles
  • 2023 – 118,102 miles
  • 2022 – 114,327 miles
  • 2021 – 108,644 miles
  • 2020 – 100,955 miles
  • 2019 – 94,100 miles
  • 2018 – 83,873 miles
  • 2017 – 62,915 miles
  • 2016 – 53,423 miles
  • 2014 – 39,522 miles
  • 2013 – 29,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,052 miles
  • AdvisoryWindscreen chippedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Seat belt not functioning as intended centre belt not pulling out

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,052 miles (+1,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    125,052 miles
    Test number
    553202746929
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  2. Pass123,250 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    123,250 miles
    Test number
    576405768415
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  3. Fail123,250 miles (+1,136)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,250 miles
    Test number
    293957494413
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  4. Pass122,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    122,114 miles
    Test number
    933060447703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail122,114 miles (+4,012)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,114 miles
    Test number
    891667451368
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass118,102 miles (+3,775)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    118,102 miles
    Test number
    223110379448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,327 miles
    Test number
    358200220549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,327 miles (+5,683)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,327 miles
    Test number
    960300453183
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt not functioning as intended centre belt not pulling out (7.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass108,644 miles (+7,689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    108,644 miles
    Test number
    304436164700
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre very close to limit.

  10. Pass100,955 miles (+6,855)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    100,955 miles
    Test number
    257459825070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,100 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,100 miles
    Test number
    681107234992
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre getting close to limit.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre getting close to limit.
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Fail94,100 miles (+10,227)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,100 miles
    Test number
    363311757439
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSeat belt not functioning as intended CENTRE BELT NOT PULLING OUT (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre getting close to limit.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre getting close to limit.
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass83,873 miles (+9,237)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,873 miles
    Test number
    321017221061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,636 miles (+11,721)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,636 miles
    Test number
    626246502751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,915 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    62,915 miles
    Test number
    621851371684
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEmissions not registered

  16. Fail62,915 miles (+9,492)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,915 miles
    Test number
    307588486256
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release second row (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEmissions not registered

  17. Pass53,423 miles (+13,901)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    53,423 miles
    Test number
    371282931385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,522 miles (+9,836)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,522 miles
    Test number
    338341354426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    29,686 miles
    Test number
    319572143472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail29,686 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,686 miles
    Test number
    388641343253
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L8 OTC

Does L8 OTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 OTC is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 OTC?
The MOT on L8 OTC is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 OTC done?
L8 OTC was recorded at 125,052 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 7,339 miles a year.
Has L8 OTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 OTC has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 OTC 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 OTC find?
L8 OTC passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: windscreen chipped.

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