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Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LD08 ETLMOT history

LD08 ETL is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 170,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

LD08 ETL silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2026
Mileage
170,707 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 ETL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 ETL was last recorded at 170,707 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 5,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,959 miles · 23 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
5,748 miles
Average per year
9,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,707 miles
  • 2024 – 164,959 miles
  • 2023 – 157,834 miles
  • 2022 – 150,155 miles
  • 2021 – 143,095 miles
  • 2020 – 135,926 miles
  • 2019 – 125,811 miles
  • 2018 – 109,283 miles
  • 2017 – 100,193 miles
  • 2016 – 90,088 miles
  • 2015 – 79,244 miles
  • 2014 – 65,480 miles
  • 2013 – 51,053 miles
  • 2012 – 37,674 miles
  • 2011 – 28,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,707 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fittedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,707 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    170,707 miles
    Test number
    902758216334
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fitted
  2. Fail170,707 miles (+5,748)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,707 miles
    Test number
    519711822875
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fitted
  3. Pass164,959 miles (+7,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    164,959 miles
    Test number
    555743547285
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fitted
  4. Pass157,834 miles (+7,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    157,834 miles
    Test number
    915683375292
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/undercovers fitted
  5. Pass150,155 miles (+7,060)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    150,155 miles
    Test number
    940343746400
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fitted
  6. Pass143,095 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    143,095 miles
    Test number
    816724807933
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
  7. Fail143,095 miles (+7,169)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,095 miles
    Test number
    797418491345
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
  8. Pass135,926 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    135,926 miles
    Test number
    501014178249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail135,916 miles (+10,105)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,916 miles
    Test number
    556397520349
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. and o/s/f (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt anchorage loose seat (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorSeat belt pretensioner deployed warning lamp on both rear seat (7.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeater glow plug and fuel filter leaking
    • AdvisoryService light on
  10. Pass125,811 miles (+16,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    125,811 miles
    Test number
    171499842654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and o/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and o/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass109,283 miles (+9,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,283 miles
    Test number
    592750699686
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
  12. Pass100,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    100,193 miles
    Test number
    240446961406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail100,193 miles (+10,105)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,193 miles
    Test number
    725013470229
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass90,088 miles (+10,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    90,088 miles
    Test number
    295342253023
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass79,244 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,244 miles
    Test number
    236325985090
    • NoteEmissions to clean to register
    • NoteRear brake lines poor
  16. Fail79,244 miles (+13,764)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,244 miles
    Test number
    556595685059
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEmissions to clean to register
    • NoteRear brake lines poor
  17. Pass65,480 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    65,480 miles
    Test number
    515447784049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,478 miles (+14,425)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,478 miles
    Test number
    287516284027
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  19. Pass51,053 miles (+13,379)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,053 miles
    Test number
    189463893050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,674 miles (+8,784)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,674 miles
    Test number
    895100782068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,890 miles
    Test number
    467053681066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 ETL

Does LD08 ETL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 ETL expired on 2 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 ETL?
The MOT on LD08 ETL expired on 2 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 ETL done?
LD08 ETL was recorded at 170,707 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 9,816 miles a year.
Has LD08 ETL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 ETL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 ETL 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 ETL find?
LD08 ETL passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: engine cover/under covers fitted.

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