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Mercedes-Benz E

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,295 cc

P509 OLFMOT history

P509 OLF is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 21 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 10 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 98,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2022.

P509 OLF green Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 May 2023
Mileage
98,365 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,085 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P509 OLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 May 2023
Latest MOT test
11 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P509 OLF was last recorded at 98,365 miles on 11 May 2022, 7,644 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,721 miles · 11 May 2021
Between the last two tests
7,644 miles
Average per year
4,085 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,365 miles
  • 2021 – 90,721 miles
  • 2020 – 87,556 miles
  • 2019 – 78,672 miles
  • 2018 – 71,299 miles
  • 2017 – 61,505 miles
  • 2016 – 55,273 miles
  • 2015 – 52,059 miles
  • 2014 – 48,941 miles
  • 2012 – 41,831 miles
  • 2010 – 41,831 miles
  • 2009 – 39,703 miles
  • 2008 – 38,188 miles
  • 2007 – 35,825 miles
  • 2006 – 33,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,365 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront headlights slightly misty
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySide skirts fitted could not view
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted could not view

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,365 miles (+7,644)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    98,365 miles
    Test number
    660128997510
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront headlights slightly misty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted could not view
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted could not view
  2. Pass90,721 miles (+3,165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    90,721 miles
    Test number
    310741860046
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box rubber is broken
    • AdvisoryPlastic side skirts fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted
  3. Pass87,556 miles (+8,884)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    87,556 miles
    Test number
    365084067001
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlastic side skirts fitted could not view
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted could not view
  4. Pass78,672 miles (+162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,672 miles
    Test number
    942825769473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Fail78,510 miles (+7,211)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,510 miles
    Test number
    628888038225
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass71,299 miles (+106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,299 miles
    Test number
    269095416486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
  7. Fail71,193 miles (+9,688)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,193 miles
    Test number
    785286476551
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
  8. Pass61,505 miles (+6,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    61,505 miles
    Test number
    815135696059
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear high level brake light not working
  9. Pass55,273 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,273 miles
    Test number
    677429957345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  10. Fail55,273 miles (+3,214)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,273 miles
    Test number
    256278790600
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  11. Pass52,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,059 miles
    Test number
    497414565050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,059 miles (+3,118)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,059 miles
    Test number
    756114865016
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  13. Fail48,941 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,941 miles
    Test number
    138766064478
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  14. Pass48,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,941 miles
    Test number
    177326064042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    916788863071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,831 miles
    Test number
    528140372015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,831 miles (+2,128)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,831 miles
    Test number
    410677610365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,703 miles (+1,515)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,703 miles
    Test number
    294287639408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,188 miles (+2,363)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,188 miles
    Test number
    553013648182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,825 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    35,825 miles
    Test number
    773354947157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,136 miles
    Test number
    451353846104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P509 OLF

Does P509 OLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P509 OLF expired on 10 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P509 OLF?
The MOT on P509 OLF expired on 10 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P509 OLF done?
P509 OLF was recorded at 98,365 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2022, an average of 4,085 miles a year.
Has P509 OLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P509 OLF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on P509 OLF 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 P509 OLF find?
P509 OLF passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2022 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front headlights slightly misty; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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