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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,987 cc

MEG 40MOT history

MEG 40 is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 19 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 86,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MEG 40 black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
86,979 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MEG 40
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MEG 40 was last recorded at 86,979 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 345 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,634 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
345 miles
Average per year
4,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,979 miles
  • 2025 – 86,634 miles
  • 2024 – 83,974 miles
  • 2023 – 82,694 miles
  • 2022 – 78,761 miles
  • 2021 – 75,861 miles
  • 2020 – 68,821 miles
  • 2019 – 58,711 miles
  • 2017 – 48,624 miles
  • 2016 – 40,741 miles
  • 2015 – 32,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,979 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone-chip (3.2 (a) (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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Under bonnet and underside covers fitted unable to check all prescribed area’s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,979 miles (+345)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    86,979 miles
    Test number
    871611055312
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone-chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass86,634 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    86,634 miles
    Test number
    137058203340
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail86,632 miles (+2,658)3 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,632 miles
    Test number
    281015940006
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,974 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    83,974 miles
    Test number
    118570829313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail83,971 miles (+1,277)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,971 miles
    Test number
    763883310535
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,694 miles (+3,933)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    82,694 miles
    Test number
    736169962801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,761 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    78,761 miles
    Test number
    476476123071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,662 miles (+2,801)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,662 miles
    Test number
    235560687998
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine onto exhaust risk of fire (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  9. Pass75,861 miles (+206)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    75,861 miles
    Test number
    749135179426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,655 miles (+6,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,655 miles
    Test number
    123349650766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass68,821 miles (+155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,821 miles
    Test number
    337124411398
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet and underside covers fitted unable to check all prescribed area’s

  12. Fail68,666 miles (+9,955)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,666 miles
    Test number
    128472880488
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet and underside covers fitted unable to check all prescribed area’s

  13. Pass58,711 miles (+10,087)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    58,711 miles
    Test number
    827592199165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,624 miles (+7,883)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,624 miles
    Test number
    648608175627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,741 miles (+8,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    40,741 miles
    Test number
    662155273823
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass32,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,150 miles
    Test number
    200648112882
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about MEG 40

What vehicle is registration MEG 40 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MEG 40 on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 19 Oct 2012. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MEG 40 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MEG 40 is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on MEG 40?
The MOT on MEG 40 is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MEG 40 done?
MEG 40 was recorded at 86,979 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 4,999 miles a year.
Has MEG 40 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MEG 40 has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on MEG 40 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 MEG 40 find?
MEG 40 passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects: central rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone-chip.

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