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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,998 cc

R481 FGCMOT history

R481 FGC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 11 Nov 1997. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 147,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2022.

R481 FGC blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2023
Mileage
147,715 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2022
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R481 FGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
11 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R481 FGC was last recorded at 147,715 miles on 22 Sept 2022, 4,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Oct 2010: 82,749 miles, lower than 731,124 miles on 19 Oct 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
143,571 miles · 16 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,144 miles
Average per year
6,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,715 miles
  • 2021 – 143,571 miles
  • 2020 – 140,450 miles
  • 2019 – 137,014 miles
  • 2018 – 131,259 miles
  • 2017 – 124,212 miles
  • 2016 – 118,951 miles
  • 2015 – 113,270 miles
  • 2014 – 107,770 miles
  • 2013 – 102,088 miles
  • 2012 – 95,967 miles
  • 2011 – 90,239 miles
  • 2010 – 82,749 miles
  • 2009 – 731,124 miles
  • 2008 – 65,734 miles
  • 2007 – 58,130 miles
  • 2006 – 49,817 miles
  • 2005 – 44,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,715 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,715 miles (+4,144)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    147,715 miles
    Test number
    773743913262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass143,571 miles (+3,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    143,571 miles
    Test number
    571592230105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass140,450 miles (+3,436)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    140,450 miles
    Test number
    705612098181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,014 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,014 miles
    Test number
    673754812436
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail136,985 miles (+5,726)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,985 miles
    Test number
    949018883785
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlamp has condensation on inside and product on outside (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Mid section to backbox sleeve is leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass131,259 miles (+7,047)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    131,259 miles
    Test number
    910695477424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread feathering 205/65/15/94H (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread wearing thin 205/65/15/94H (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,212 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    124,212 miles
    Test number
    856429257851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Fail124,212 miles (+5,261)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,212 miles
    Test number
    288714629472
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass118,951 miles (+5,681)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    118,951 miles
    Test number
    694325785492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,270 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    113,270 miles
    Test number
    635205316465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill has corrosion

  11. Fail113,270 miles (+293)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,270 miles
    Test number
    844041750236
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill has corrosion

  12. Fail112,977 miles (+5,207)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,977 miles
    Test number
    269167169726
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r indicator discoloured
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn smooth on the inner edges
    • AdvisorySlight play on o/s/f wheel bearing

  13. Pass107,770 miles (+5,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    107,770 miles
    Test number
    899944984280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass102,088 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    102,088 miles
    Test number
    855690593288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail102,088 miles (+6,121)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,088 miles
    Test number
    879770993290
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass95,967 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    95,967 miles
    Test number
    249413482278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail95,967 miles (+5,728)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,967 miles
    Test number
    928523982262
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass90,239 miles (+7,490)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    90,239 miles
    Test number
    166284381274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass82,749 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    82,749 miles
    Test number
    940345580280
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail82,749 miles (-648,375)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,749 miles
    Test number
    334944980291
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass731,124 miles (+665,390)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    731,124 miles
    Test number
    284952299251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass65,734 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    65,734 miles
    Test number
    581593888252
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail65,699 miles (+7,569)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,699 miles
    Test number
    153201188232
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass58,130 miles (+8,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    58,130 miles
    Test number
    610869487214
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass49,817 miles (+4,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    49,817 miles
    Test number
    860058096262
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass44,913 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    44,913 miles
    Test number
    360394385292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Fail44,904 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,904 miles
    Test number
    813228175252
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteNAIL IN NEARSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD ( REPAIRABLE )

Questions about R481 FGC

Does R481 FGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R481 FGC expired on 21 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R481 FGC?
The MOT on R481 FGC expired on 21 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R481 FGC done?
R481 FGC was recorded at 147,715 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2022, an average of 6,061 miles a year.
Has R481 FGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R481 FGC has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on R481 FGC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Oct 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R481 FGC find?
R481 FGC passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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