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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 3,222 cc

M5 GBDMOT history

M5 GBD is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 21 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 108,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2023.

M5 GBD blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2024
Mileage
108,768 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 GBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 GBD was last recorded at 108,768 miles on 24 Mar 2023, 6,530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,238 miles · 22 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
6,530 miles
Average per year
5,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,768 miles
  • 2022 – 102,238 miles
  • 2021 – 96,650 miles
  • 2020 – 94,054 miles
  • 2019 – 86,299 miles
  • 2018 – 79,186 miles
  • 2017 – 73,995 miles
  • 2016 – 68,760 miles
  • 2015 – 63,095 miles
  • 2014 – 57,406 miles
  • 2013 – 52,433 miles
  • 2012 – 47,170 miles
  • 2011 – 41,540 miles
  • 2010 – 37,946 miles
  • 2009 – 33,573 miles
  • 2008 – 28,312 miles
  • 2007 – 21,433 miles
  • 2006 – 15,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,768 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,768 miles (+6,530)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    108,768 miles
    Test number
    563474849110
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass102,238 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,238 miles
    Test number
    548402307832
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Fail102,236 miles (+5,586)2 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,236 miles
    Test number
    340469981725
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass96,650 miles (+2,596)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,650 miles
    Test number
    902414013246
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass94,054 miles (+7,755)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,054 miles
    Test number
    159231069190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass86,299 miles (+7,113)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    86,299 miles
    Test number
    988713784784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,186 miles (+5,191)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,186 miles
    Test number
    945074672596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,995 miles (+5,235)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    73,995 miles
    Test number
    689561509997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,760 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,760 miles
    Test number
    919018625595
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  10. Fail68,758 miles (+5,663)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,758 miles
    Test number
    803743151330
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass63,095 miles (+5,689)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,095 miles
    Test number
    116122345025
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass57,406 miles (+4,973)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    57,406 miles
    Test number
    639366554067
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass52,433 miles (+5,263)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    52,433 miles
    Test number
    795941953082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,170 miles (+5,630)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    47,170 miles
    Test number
    897907442073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,540 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,540 miles
    Test number
    635217341091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,946 miles (+4,373)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    37,946 miles
    Test number
    821118940006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,573 miles (+5,261)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    33,573 miles
    Test number
    262814859081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,312 miles (+6,879)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    28,312 miles
    Test number
    270428458040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    21,433 miles
    Test number
    900726947019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail21,433 miles (+5,448)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,433 miles
    Test number
    392376747051
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass15,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    15,985 miles
    Test number
    732049876046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 GBD

Does M5 GBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 GBD expired on 24 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 GBD?
The MOT on M5 GBD expired on 24 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 GBD done?
M5 GBD was recorded at 108,768 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2023, an average of 5,455 miles a year.
Has M5 GBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 GBD has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on M5 GBD 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 M5 GBD find?
M5 GBD passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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