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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LR08 PVFMOT history

LR08 PVF is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 24 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 88,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

LR08 PVF black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
88,957 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 PVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 PVF was last recorded at 88,957 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,951 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,957 miles
  • 2024 – 87,321 miles
  • 2023 – 84,601 miles
  • 2022 – 82,523 miles
  • 2021 – 79,327 miles
  • 2020 – 78,652 miles
  • 2018 – 76,982 miles
  • 2017 – 73,047 miles
  • 2016 – 69,449 miles
  • 2015 – 65,563 miles
  • 2014 – 61,068 miles
  • 2013 – 58,137 miles
  • 2012 – 53,081 miles
  • 2011 – 48,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,957 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective BRACKET SNAPPEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively X2

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective BRACKET SNAPPED.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 NSF/OSF RECOMMEND REPLACEMENTS.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,957 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    88,957 miles
    Test number
    978371133888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective BRACKET SNAPPED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail88,951 miles (+1,630)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,951 miles
    Test number
    348634744720
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective BRACKET SNAPPED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass87,321 miles (+2,720)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    87,321 miles
    Test number
    189269149126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective BRACKET SNAPPED.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass84,601 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    84,601 miles
    Test number
    252491139938
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective BRACKET SNAPPED. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively X2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 NSF/OSF RECOMMEND REPLACEMENTS. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured X2 NSF/OSF RECOMMEND REPLACEMENTS. BULB PEEL. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) X2
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT. (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail84,595 miles (+2,072)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,595 miles
    Test number
    563492629321
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords IN TREAD. 205/60 16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords IN TREAD. 205/60 16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords IN TREAD. 205/60 16 FRONT TYRES FROM 2014. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords IN TREAD. 205/60 16. REAR TYRES FROM 2011. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective BRACKET SNAPPED. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively X2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 NSF/OSF RECOMMEND REPLACEMENTS. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured X2 NSF/OSF RECOMMEND REPLACEMENTS. BULB PEEL. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) X2
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT. (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass82,523 miles (+3,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    415110642307
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass79,327 miles (+675)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    79,327 miles
    Test number
    939282597923
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively X2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 NSF/OSF (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 NSR/OSR VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT 2mm INSIDE EDGES AND PERISHED. REPLACE ASAP. 205/60 16 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass78,652 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,652 miles
    Test number
    205002900642
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))

  9. Fail78,632 miles (+1,650)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,632 miles
    Test number
    930700659603
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))

  10. Pass76,982 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    76,982 miles
    Test number
    993189318779
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail76,981 miles (+3,934)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,981 miles
    Test number
    404730804101
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass73,047 miles (+3,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    73,047 miles
    Test number
    221422002184
    • AdvisoryLower under tray and top covers fitted

  13. Pass69,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,449 miles
    Test number
    609433683729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,449 miles (+3,886)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,449 miles
    Test number
    541590985682
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass65,563 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,563 miles
    Test number
    774293275646
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail65,563 miles (+4,495)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,563 miles
    Test number
    536818128358
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass61,068 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,068 miles
    Test number
    815417304366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,137 miles (+5,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,137 miles
    Test number
    558310793292
    • 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)

  19. Pass53,081 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    53,081 miles
    Test number
    686501382115
    • AdvisoryInner Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail53,081 miles (+4,899)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,081 miles
    Test number
    819031582106
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass48,182 miles (+3,105)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,182 miles
    Test number
    267273591152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass45,077 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    45,077 miles
    Test number
    317119551001
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 PVF

Does LR08 PVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 PVF is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 PVF?
The MOT on LR08 PVF is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 PVF done?
LR08 PVF was recorded at 88,957 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 2,991 miles a year.
Has LR08 PVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 PVF has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 PVF 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 LR08 PVF find?
LR08 PVF passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear exhaust mounting defective bracket snapped; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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