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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 3,498 cc

RF 8MOT history

RF 8 is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 28 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 110,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

RF 8 grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
110,048 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RF 8
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

RF 8 was last recorded at 110,048 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 8,746 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,302 miles · 31 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
8,746 miles
Average per year
6,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,048 miles
  • 2023 – 101,302 miles
  • 2022 – 95,840 miles
  • 2021 – 89,949 miles
  • 2020 – 84,497 miles
  • 2019 – 80,204 miles
  • 2018 – 75,227 miles
  • 2017 – 68,483 miles
  • 2016 – 62,198 miles
  • 2015 – 56,765 miles
  • 2014 – 47,590 miles
  • 2013 – 39,935 miles
  • 2012 – 30,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,048 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,048 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,048 miles
    Test number
    124950704332
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail110,048 miles1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,048 miles
    Test number
    112144054040
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded All (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass169,238 km1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    169,238 km
    Test number
    248613088451
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass101,302 miles (+5,462)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    101,302 miles
    Test number
    409375006169
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass95,840 miles (+5,891)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,840 miles
    Test number
    927290868197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass89,949 miles (+5,452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    89,949 miles
    Test number
    734085925481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass84,497 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,497 miles
    Test number
    827636687197
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail84,493 miles (+4,289)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,493 miles
    Test number
    759748413806
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall and worn to inner edge split to edges of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass80,204 miles (+4,977)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,204 miles
    Test number
    186204448777
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
  10. Pass75,227 miles (+6,744)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    75,227 miles
    Test number
    887013148897
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass68,483 miles (+6,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    68,483 miles
    Test number
    236776360244
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  12. Pass62,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    62,198 miles
    Test number
    853582159026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,198 miles (+5,433)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,198 miles
    Test number
    310131977200
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  14. Pass56,765 miles (+9,175)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    56,765 miles
    Test number
    240712566401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,590 miles (+7,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    47,590 miles
    Test number
    388904274452
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass39,935 miles (+9,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,935 miles
    Test number
    888056873216
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass30,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    30,677 miles
    Test number
    696736382284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RF 8

What vehicle is registration RF 8 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RF 8 on a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 28 Oct 2009. 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 RF 8 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RF 8 is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on RF 8?
The MOT on RF 8 is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RF 8 done?
RF 8 was recorded at 110,048 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 6,104 miles a year.
Has RF 8 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RF 8 has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on RF 8 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 RF 8 find?
RF 8 passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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