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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LD08 BHJMOT history

LD08 BHJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 15 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 194,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

LD08 BHJ black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
194,158 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 BHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 BHJ was last recorded at 194,158 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,158 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,158 miles
  • 2025 – 180,434 miles
  • 2023 – 169,831 miles
  • 2022 – 151,023 miles
  • 2021 – 143,094 miles
  • 2020 – 132,742 miles
  • 2019 – 123,377 miles
  • 2018 – 112,207 miles
  • 2017 – 98,549 miles
  • 2016 – 88,041 miles
  • 2015 – 75,890 miles
  • 2014 – 62,718 miles
  • 2012 – 37,476 miles
  • 2011 – 31,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,158 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,158 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    194,158 miles
    Test number
    373339657879
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail194,158 miles (+13,724)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,158 miles
    Test number
    484858691876
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass180,434 miles (+10,603)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    180,434 miles
    Test number
    578879162506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass169,831 miles (+8,113)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    169,831 miles
    Test number
    616361972917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass161,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    161,718 miles
    Test number
    839030641400
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail161,718 miles (+10,695)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,718 miles
    Test number
    654154735923
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass151,023 miles (+7,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,023 miles
    Test number
    262062635318
    • 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))

  8. Pass143,094 miles (+10,352)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    143,094 miles
    Test number
    957051380534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,742 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    132,742 miles
    Test number
    106898928458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail132,741 miles (+9,364)4 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,741 miles
    Test number
    617042702315
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass123,377 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    123,377 miles
    Test number
    943158075668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,376 miles (+11,169)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,376 miles
    Test number
    143017290175
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass112,207 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    112,207 miles
    Test number
    852109699564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,137 miles (+13,588)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,137 miles
    Test number
    981297649906
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working in mirror (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded offside/nearside heavy corrosion (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass98,549 miles (+10,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    98,549 miles
    Test number
    115801999335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside cannot see full extent of corrosion due to undertray fitted (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFfront tyres worn on inside edges

  16. Pass88,041 miles (+12,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    88,041 miles
    Test number
    615893692522
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass75,890 miles (+13,172)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,890 miles
    Test number
    509726455061
    • NoteO s f tyre inner edge worn tracking requires adjustment n s r tyre centre of tread low

  18. Pass62,718 miles (+25,242)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    62,718 miles
    Test number
    196841154461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,476 miles (+6,086)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,476 miles
    Test number
    568408062023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,390 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,390 miles
    Test number
    528317591058
    • NoteEngine oil leak

Questions about LD08 BHJ

Does LD08 BHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 BHJ is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 BHJ?
The MOT on LD08 BHJ is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 BHJ done?
LD08 BHJ was recorded at 194,158 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 10,884 miles a year.
Has LD08 BHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 BHJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 BHJ 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 LD08 BHJ find?
LD08 BHJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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