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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

MLH 12MOT history

MLH 12 is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

MLH 12 silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
108,833 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MLH 12
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MLH 12 was last recorded at 108,833 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 3,240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,593 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,240 miles
Average per year
6,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,833 miles
  • 2025 – 105,593 miles
  • 2024 – 102,332 miles
  • 2023 – 99,418 miles
  • 2022 – 96,866 miles
  • 2021 – 87,979 miles
  • 2020 – 84,029 miles
  • 2019 – 73,803 miles
  • 2018 – 63,197 miles
  • 2017 – 51,969 miles
  • 2016 – 42,653 miles
  • 2015 – 32,692 miles
  • 2014 – 22,414 miles
  • 2013 – 16,563 miles
  • 2012 – 15,891 miles
  • 2011 – 14,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,833 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Plastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Covers under vehicle and over outer sills obscuring inspection.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,833 miles (+3,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    108,833 miles
    Test number
    502261936905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass105,593 miles (+3,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    105,593 miles
    Test number
    961227871483
    • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle and over outer body sills obscuring inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass102,332 miles (+2,914)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    102,332 miles
    Test number
    776727344795
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

  4. Pass99,418 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    99,418 miles
    Test number
    179023926869
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

  5. Fail99,418 miles (+2,552)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,418 miles
    Test number
    205658514479
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass96,866 miles (+8,887)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,866 miles
    Test number
    569166126064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers over outer sills
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

  7. Pass87,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    87,979 miles
    Test number
    588526433532
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under vehicle some underside components

  8. Fail87,979 miles (+3,950)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,979 miles
    Test number
    174180131253
    • MajorExhaust system insecure 2 rear exhaust mountings broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under vehicle some underside components

  9. Pass84,029 miles (+3,004)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,029 miles
    Test number
    270720468587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail81,025 miles (+7,222)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,025 miles
    Test number
    636313617903
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass73,803 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,803 miles
    Test number
    330330708991
    • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle and over outer sills obscuring inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  12. Fail73,766 miles (+10,569)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,766 miles
    Test number
    861678410205
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Rear. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle and over outer sills obscuring inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  13. Pass63,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,197 miles
    Test number
    699351188668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,197 miles (+11,228)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,197 miles
    Test number
    677171099672
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  15. Pass51,969 miles (+9,316)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    51,969 miles
    Test number
    446674586206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components

  16. Pass42,653 miles (+9,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    42,653 miles
    Test number
    708145018035
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under vehicle

  17. Pass32,692 miles (+10,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    32,692 miles
    Test number
    817553075627
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under car

  18. Pass22,414 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    22,414 miles
    Test number
    226042274203
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail22,414 miles (+5,851)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,414 miles
    Test number
    936182674202
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass16,563 miles (+672)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    16,563 miles
    Test number
    159458333458
    • NoteTyre sidewalls starting to crack.

  21. Pass15,891 miles (+1,614)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    15,891 miles
    Test number
    776778752039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,277 miles
    Test number
    216476461076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about MLH 12

What vehicle is registration MLH 12 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MLH 12 on a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 26 Mar 2008. 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 MLH 12 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MLH 12 is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on MLH 12?
The MOT on MLH 12 is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MLH 12 done?
MLH 12 was recorded at 108,833 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 6,053 miles a year.
Has MLH 12 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MLH 12 has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on MLH 12 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 MLH 12 find?
MLH 12 passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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