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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Petrol · 1996 · 3,199 cc

PS 3164MOT history

PS 3164 is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

PS 3164 black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
140,627 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PS 3164
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

PS 3164 was last recorded at 140,627 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,505 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
122 miles
Average per year
2,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,627 miles
  • 2025 – 139,200 miles
  • 2024 – 135,981 miles
  • 2023 – 134,129 miles
  • 2022 – 133,271 miles
  • 2021 – 131,350 miles
  • 2019 – 129,943 miles
  • 2018 – 127,703 miles
  • 2017 – 124,302 miles
  • 2016 – 122,610 miles
  • 2015 – 121,425 miles
  • 2013 – 120,150 miles
  • 2012 – 114,701 miles
  • 2011 – 112,388 miles
  • 2009 – 107,719 miles
  • 2008 – 103,739 miles
  • 2007 – 100,094 miles
  • 2006 – 98,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,627 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber shroud is insecureRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Corrosion to nearside rear inner wheel arch area's

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule & offside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass140,627 miles (+122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    140,627 miles
    Test number
    312178158873
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber shroud is insecure

  2. Fail140,505 miles (+1,305)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,505 miles
    Test number
    152469266755
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play marked in yellow (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber shroud is insecure

  3. Pass139,200 miles (+3,219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    139,200 miles
    Test number
    140148654247
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play on limit - play found with vehicle on hard standing & steering being shaken (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on the inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside rear inner wheel arch area's

  4. Pass135,981 miles (+1,852)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    135,981 miles
    Test number
    817586518085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule & offside rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play play found with vehicle on hard standing & steering being shaken (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside rear inner wheel arch area's

  5. Pass134,129 miles (+858)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    134,129 miles
    Test number
    602444946715
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing on the inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass133,271 miles (+1,921)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    133,271 miles
    Test number
    198278717244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule & offside rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit - worn unevenly on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the nearside rear inner wheel arch area's
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber shroud is insecure

  7. Pass131,350 miles (+1,407)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    131,350 miles
    Test number
    120257196045
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are wearing on the inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber shroud is insecure

  8. Pass129,943 miles (+2,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,943 miles
    Test number
    408730961013
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock shroud is insecure

  9. Pass127,703 miles (+3,401)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,703 miles
    Test number
    608385715784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass124,302 miles (+1,692)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    124,302 miles
    Test number
    993674030650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,610 miles (+1,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    122,610 miles
    Test number
    204858071854
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on both edges

  12. Pass121,425 miles (+1,275)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    121,425 miles
    Test number
    169247625149
    • NoteBorderline emissions test pass.
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on both edges.

  13. Pass120,150 miles (+5,449)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    120,150 miles
    Test number
    386838243281
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  14. Pass114,701 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    114,701 miles
    Test number
    966143302167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail114,694 miles (+2,306)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,694 miles
    Test number
    849978792081
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteAutobox area leak
    • NoteRight hand side repeater loose

  16. Pass112,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    112,388 miles
    Test number
    375685091077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail112,388 miles (+4,669)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,388 miles
    Test number
    898885291024
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass107,719 miles (+3,980)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    107,719 miles
    Test number
    350842039473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    103,739 miles
    Test number
    242974868147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail103,739 miles (+3,645)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,739 miles
    Test number
    650044968109
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass100,094 miles (+1,697)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    100,094 miles
    Test number
    403761667022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass98,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    98,397 miles
    Test number
    462793516250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about PS 3164

What vehicle is registration PS 3164 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PS 3164 on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Aug 1996. 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 PS 3164 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PS 3164 is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on PS 3164?
The MOT on PS 3164 is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PS 3164 done?
PS 3164 was recorded at 140,627 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 2,139 miles a year.
Has PS 3164 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PS 3164 has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on PS 3164 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 PS 3164 find?
PS 3164 passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear shock absorber shroud is insecure.

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