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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,685 cc

M247 FFLMOT history

M247 FFL is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 25 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 249,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

M247 FFL blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
249,432 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M247 FFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M247 FFL was last recorded at 249,432 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 6,148 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,284 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,148 miles
Average per year
10,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 249,432 miles
  • 2025 – 243,284 miles
  • 2024 – 239,184 miles
  • 2023 – 236,238 miles
  • 2022 – 230,097 miles
  • 2021 – 225,180 miles
  • 2020 – 221,294 miles
  • 2019 – 213,574 miles
  • 2018 – 205,993 miles
  • 2017 – 197,500 miles
  • 2016 – 185,216 miles
  • 2015 – 171,680 miles
  • 2014 – 158,065 miles
  • 2013 – 144,751 miles
  • 2012 – 130,784 miles
  • 2011 – 115,110 miles
  • 2010 – 96,908 miles
  • 2009 – 79,121 miles
  • 2008 – 58,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,432 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security slight rust on both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass249,432 miles (+6,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    249,432 miles
    Test number
    110021681422
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security slight rust on both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass243,284 miles (+4,100)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    243,284 miles
    Test number
    340945498220
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass239,184 miles (+46)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    239,184 miles
    Test number
    828388901535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail239,138 miles (+2,900)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,138 miles
    Test number
    860533167175
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass236,238 miles (+6,141)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    236,238 miles
    Test number
    474542520340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass230,097 miles (+4,917)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    230,097 miles
    Test number
    635693133399
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass225,180 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    225,180 miles
    Test number
    782119312486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass221,294 miles (+7,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    221,294 miles
    Test number
    999364800976
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass213,574 miles (+7,581)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    213,574 miles
    Test number
    658507166523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass205,993 miles (+8,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    205,993 miles
    Test number
    745891579229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  11. Pass197,500 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    197,500 miles
    Test number
    407035518724
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Fail197,500 miles (+12,284)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,500 miles
    Test number
    449321080021
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass185,216 miles (+13,536)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    185,216 miles
    Test number
    232277507045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass171,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    171,680 miles
    Test number
    455490025059
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail171,680 miles (+13,615)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,680 miles
    Test number
    458899715039
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass158,065 miles (+13,314)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    158,065 miles
    Test number
    268541624000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass144,751 miles (+13,967)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    144,751 miles
    Test number
    237412623017
    • NoteBoth front and the nearside rear tyres worn outer quarters

  18. Pass130,784 miles (+85)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    130,784 miles
    Test number
    347693022026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail130,699 miles (+15,589)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,699 miles
    Test number
    727418112090
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass115,110 miles (+18,202)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    115,110 miles
    Test number
    725381221036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,908 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    96,908 miles
    Test number
    761482020024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail96,908 miles (+17,787)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,908 miles
    Test number
    830122420017
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass79,121 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    79,121 miles
    Test number
    350936029083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail78,961 miles (+20,557)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,961 miles
    Test number
    990454129054
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass58,404 miles (+477)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    58,404 miles
    Test number
    143979228456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail57,927 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,927 miles
    Test number
    634392728008
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about M247 FFL

Does M247 FFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M247 FFL is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on M247 FFL?
The MOT on M247 FFL is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M247 FFL done?
M247 FFL was recorded at 249,432 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 10,619 miles a year.
Has M247 FFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M247 FFL has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on M247 FFL 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 M247 FFL find?
M247 FFL passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security slight rust on both inner sills.

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