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Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,996 cc

R477 MTOMOT history

R477 MTO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 20 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 210,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2022.

R477 MTO silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2023
Mileage
210,848 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R477 MTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R477 MTO was last recorded at 210,848 miles on 3 Oct 2022, 10,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,698 miles · 6 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
10,150 miles
Average per year
5,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 210,848 miles
  • 2021 – 200,698 miles
  • 2020 – 193,685 miles
  • 2019 – 184,211 miles
  • 2018 – 175,964 miles
  • 2017 – 168,517 miles
  • 2016 – 163,156 miles
  • 2015 – 154,599 miles
  • 2014 – 143,421 miles
  • 2012 – 143,351 miles
  • 2011 – 142,223 miles
  • 2010 – 138,950 miles
  • 2009 – 134,538 miles
  • 2008 – 130,072 miles
  • 2007 – 125,557 miles
  • 2006 – 120,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,848 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner and outer edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront both nearside and offside wings slightly corroded but not causing sharp edges
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner track rod very slight play
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shieldsRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2017

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 Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,848 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    210,848 miles
    Test number
    849307784077
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner and outer edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront both nearside and offside wings slightly corroded but not causing sharp edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner track rod very slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  2. Fail210,848 miles (+10,150)2 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,848 miles
    Test number
    259546840692
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section blowing excessively (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer blowing excessively (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner and outer edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront both nearside and offside wings slightly corroded but not causing sharp edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner track rod very slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  3. Pass200,698 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    200,698 miles
    Test number
    875552961039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror glass slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside sub frame mounting point area slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  4. Fail200,698 miles (+7,013)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,698 miles
    Test number
    329567918266
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch excessive corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror glass slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside sub frame mounting point area slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  5. Pass193,685 miles (+9,474)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    193,685 miles
    Test number
    467840108712
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  6. Pass184,211 miles (+8,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    184,211 miles
    Test number
    902901963780
    • Advisory4 tyrs just in limmit
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  7. Pass175,964 miles (+7,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    175,964 miles
    Test number
    569469196166
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  8. Pass168,517 miles (+5,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    168,517 miles
    Test number
    722102267753
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields
    • AdvisoryNside front indicater lens missing
    • AdvisorySligh play front wheel bearing

  9. Pass163,156 miles (+8,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    163,156 miles
    Test number
    548307851724
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted
    • AdvisoryFront slight play wheel bearing both

  10. Pass154,599 miles (+11,178)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    154,599 miles
    Test number
    118746975460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear suspension coil springs corroded

  11. Pass143,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    143,421 miles
    Test number
    435518174071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail143,388 miles (+37)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,388 miles
    Test number
    287408974038
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass143,351 miles (+1,128)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    143,351 miles
    Test number
    157355782283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass142,223 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    142,223 miles
    Test number
    688902571200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail142,197 miles (+3,247)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,197 miles
    Test number
    696669061249
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass138,950 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    138,950 miles
    Test number
    851444880226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Fail138,922 miles (+4,384)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,922 miles
    Test number
    404142570258
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass134,538 miles (+4,466)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    134,538 miles
    Test number
    771792579266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass130,072 miles (+4,515)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    130,072 miles
    Test number
    832030278290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass125,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    125,557 miles
    Test number
    354122367111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail125,557 miles (+5,503)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,557 miles
    Test number
    223168857428
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass120,054 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    120,054 miles
    Test number
    242802326494
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFull front undertray fitted

Questions about R477 MTO

Does R477 MTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R477 MTO expired on 5 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R477 MTO?
The MOT on R477 MTO expired on 5 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R477 MTO done?
R477 MTO was recorded at 210,848 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2022, an average of 5,529 miles a year.
Has R477 MTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R477 MTO has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on R477 MTO 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 R477 MTO find?
R477 MTO passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2022 with 8 advisories: front coil spring corroded both nearside and offside slightly corroded; front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside inner wheel arches; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner and outer edges slightly worn, and 5 more.

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