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Mercedes-Benz E

Purple · Petrol · 1997 · 2,799 cc

P940 BUTMOT history

P940 BUT is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 6 Jan 1997. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 115,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2021.

P940 BUT purple Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2022
Mileage
115,752 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P940 BUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

P940 BUT was last recorded at 115,752 miles on 17 Nov 2021, 3,837 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,915 miles · 4 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
3,837 miles
Average per year
2,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 115,752 miles
  • 2020 – 111,915 miles
  • 2019 – 108,451 miles
  • 2018 – 105,839 miles
  • 2017 – 99,901 miles
  • 2016 – 95,548 miles
  • 2014 – 95,184 miles
  • 2013 – 94,479 miles
  • 2012 – 93,706 miles
  • 2011 – 90,896 miles
  • 2010 – 87,177 miles
  • 2009 – 82,301 miles
  • 2007 – 75,799 miles
  • 2006 – 70,400 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,752 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    115,752 miles
    Test number
    520600614226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail115,750 miles (+3,835)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,750 miles
    Test number
    667505731550
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass111,915 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,915 miles
    Test number
    514245392926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail111,910 miles (+3,459)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,910 miles
    Test number
    243463135595
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing Lens (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass108,451 miles (+2,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,451 miles
    Test number
    506111899244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass105,839 miles (+5,938)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,839 miles
    Test number
    374555135433
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass99,901 miles (+4,353)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    99,901 miles
    Test number
    945057934675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,548 miles (+364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,548 miles
    Test number
    662081107885
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass95,184 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    95,184 miles
    Test number
    419628844192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,479 miles
    Test number
    906283343129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail94,479 miles (+773)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,479 miles
    Test number
    666852243163
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass93,706 miles (+2,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    93,706 miles
    Test number
    345374542197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass90,896 miles (+3,719)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    90,896 miles
    Test number
    166386541194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,177 miles (+4,876)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    87,177 miles
    Test number
    701667510186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,301 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    82,301 miles
    Test number
    414276649135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail82,301 miles (+6,502)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,301 miles
    Test number
    544436049160
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass75,799 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    75,799 miles
    Test number
    141368747364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail75,799 miles (+5,399)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,799 miles
    Test number
    492478647403
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass70,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    70,400 miles
    Test number
    952342556124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P940 BUT

Does P940 BUT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P940 BUT expired on 3 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P940 BUT?
The MOT on P940 BUT expired on 3 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P940 BUT done?
P940 BUT was recorded at 115,752 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2021, an average of 2,933 miles a year.
Has P940 BUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P940 BUT has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on P940 BUT 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 P940 BUT find?
P940 BUT passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2021 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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