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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 1,997 cc

M246 CLEMOT history

M246 CLE is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 7 Feb 1995. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 189,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

M246 CLE blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
189,681 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M246 CLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
7 Feb 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M246 CLE was last recorded at 189,681 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 2,961 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,720 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,961 miles
Average per year
1,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,681 miles
  • 2025 – 186,720 miles
  • 2024 – 186,519 miles
  • 2023 – 184,780 miles
  • 2022 – 184,649 miles
  • 2021 – 178,016 miles
  • 2020 – 172,559 miles
  • 2019 – 170,468 miles
  • 2018 – 169,101 miles
  • 2017 – 167,530 miles
  • 2016 – 165,936 miles
  • 2014 – 164,226 miles
  • 2013 – 162,482 miles
  • 2012 – 160,597 miles
  • 2011 – 157,333 miles
  • 2009 – 157,316 miles
  • 2006 – 154,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,681 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both especially on the edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,681 miles (+2,961)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    189,681 miles
    Test number
    834213865439
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both especially on the edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass186,720 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    186,720 miles
    Test number
    268979937530
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside hand brake efficiency reading lower than expected
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has slight corrosion

  3. Fail186,720 miles (+201)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,720 miles
    Test number
    355800445268
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside hand brake efficiency reading lower than expected
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has slight corrosion

  4. Pass186,519 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    186,519 miles
    Test number
    136984995798
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail186,517 miles (+1,737)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,517 miles
    Test number
    699761361110
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass184,780 miles (+131)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    184,780 miles
    Test number
    799500392402
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play found at the road wheel when jacked

  7. Fail184,649 miles (+6,633)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,649 miles
    Test number
    225590417753
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced front mounting (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGear linkage bushes missing

  8. Pass178,016 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    178,016 miles
    Test number
    891789686837
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Fail178,008 miles (+5,449)3 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,008 miles
    Test number
    888478037474
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass172,559 miles (+2,091)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    172,559 miles
    Test number
    803486222469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass170,468 miles (+1,367)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    170,468 miles
    Test number
    527930307387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass169,101 miles (+1,571)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    169,101 miles
    Test number
    672263808529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass167,530 miles (+1,594)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    167,530 miles
    Test number
    880781110176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass165,936 miles (+1,710)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    165,936 miles
    Test number
    994318695240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass164,226 miles (+1,744)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    164,226 miles
    Test number
    729007714379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass162,482 miles (+1,885)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    162,482 miles
    Test number
    807972603376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass160,597 miles (+3,264)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    160,597 miles
    Test number
    257314812322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass157,333 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    157,333 miles
    Test number
    437186401440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass157,316 miles (+2,494)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    157,316 miles
    Test number
    674438399038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass154,822 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    154,822 miles
    Test number
    971446496031
    • NoteBoth front tyres low on tread
    • NoteSlight play in both front anti roll bar rubbers
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r anti roll bar link arm

Questions about M246 CLE

Does M246 CLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M246 CLE is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on M246 CLE?
The MOT on M246 CLE is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M246 CLE done?
M246 CLE was recorded at 189,681 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 1,700 miles a year.
Has M246 CLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M246 CLE has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on M246 CLE 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 M246 CLE find?
M246 CLE passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both especially on the edges; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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