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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 4,266 cc

R389 KGFMOT history

R389 KGF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 21 Jan 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 131,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2022.

R389 KGF silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Feb 2023
Mileage
131,206 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R389 KGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R389 KGF was last recorded at 131,206 miles on 4 Feb 2022, 2,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,134 miles · 11 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,072 miles
Average per year
4,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 131,206 miles
  • 2021 – 129,134 miles
  • 2020 – 127,200 miles
  • 2019 – 123,062 miles
  • 2018 – 115,866 miles
  • 2017 – 113,391 miles
  • 2016 – 102,850 miles
  • 2015 – 102,497 miles
  • 2014 – 102,034 miles
  • 2013 – 101,713 miles
  • 2011 – 97,918 miles
  • 2009 – 79,098 miles
  • 2008 – 73,472 miles
  • 2007 – 67,963 miles
  • 2005 – 56,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,206 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Driver's airbag missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,206 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,206 miles
    Test number
    577766020297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,134 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,134 miles
    Test number
    476760798013
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail129,134 miles (+1,934)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,134 miles
    Test number
    256553795582
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass127,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    127,200 miles
    Test number
    356047023127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail127,200 miles (+4,138)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,200 miles
    Test number
    780912129094
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass123,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    123,062 miles
    Test number
    675083627884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail123,062 miles (+7,196)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,062 miles
    Test number
    436896701873
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass115,866 miles (+2,475)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    115,866 miles
    Test number
    888476946765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass113,391 miles (+10,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    113,391 miles
    Test number
    773613640708
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass102,850 miles (+353)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    102,850 miles
    Test number
    608474500002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,497 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    102,497 miles
    Test number
    278956325067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,034 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    102,034 miles
    Test number
    526965914045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,713 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    101,713 miles
    Test number
    798249523045
    • NoteOffside front tyre on 2.mm tread depth.
    • NoteRear brake disc's lipped & wearing.

  14. Fail101,713 miles (+3,795)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,713 miles
    Test number
    187418323476
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteNearside & offside front brake disc's lipped & worn.
    • NoteOffside front tyre on 2.mm tread depth.
    • NoteRear brake disc's lipped & wearing.

  15. Pass97,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    97,918 miles
    Test number
    139207051361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail97,915 miles (+7,085)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,915 miles
    Test number
    368937851370
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass90,830 miles (+11,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    90,830 miles
    Test number
    625337311005
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass79,098 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,098 miles
    Test number
    651874409129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail79,098 miles (+5,626)5 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,098 miles
    Test number
    711014709134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass73,472 miles (+5,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    73,472 miles
    Test number
    674765708145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass67,963 miles (+11,701)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    67,963 miles
    Test number
    494590067064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    56,262 miles
    Test number
    284894685246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R389 KGF

Does R389 KGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R389 KGF expired on 10 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R389 KGF?
The MOT on R389 KGF expired on 10 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R389 KGF done?
R389 KGF was recorded at 131,206 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2022, an average of 4,593 miles a year.
Has R389 KGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R389 KGF has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on R389 KGF 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 R389 KGF find?
R389 KGF passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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